Responsible NDT Level 3

  • Elevation Recruitment Group
  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Apr 01, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Elevation Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a leading UK engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit a Group Responsible NDT Level 3. This is a pivotal, senior-level position offering technical authority across multiple UK sites, with responsibility for NDT certification, compliance, and continuous improvement.

If you're an experienced EN4179/NAS410 Level 3 looking to step into a highly influential group role with real visibility and progression potential-this could be your next move.

As the Responsible NDT Level 3, you will act as the technical authority for NDT across the group, ensuring compliance, capability, and continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading NDT qualification, certification, and training programmes
  • Providing technical oversight of NDT processes and personnel
  • Interpreting and implementing codes, standards, and customer specifications
  • Acting as the primary technical interface for customers on NDT matters
  • Supporting process improvement and introduction of new NDT technologies
  • Leading NADCAP audits (PT, MT, UT, VT) and internal audit programmes
  • Reviewing contracts and ensuring correct inspection sequencing and methods
  • Overseeing calibration, procedures, and compliance across sites
  • Auditing subcontract NDT suppliers

We're keen to speak with experienced NDT professionals who bring both technical expertise and leadership capability.

Essential:

  • EN4179/NAS410 Level 3 certification in UT (immersion experience preferred)
  • Level 3 certification in at least one of: PT, MT or VT
  • Minimum 4 years' experience as an NDT Level 2
  • Strong working knowledge of codes, standards, and specifications

Personal attributes:

  • Quality-driven with a strong attention to detail
  • Organised, disciplined, and proactive
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
  • Committed to continuous improvement and best practice

If you're ready to take the next step in your NDT career and play a key role in shaping inspection standards across a major engineering group, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.