NDT Technician

  • Technical Placements
  • Wigston, Leicestershire
  • Jul 29, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

South Leicester Permanent £19.16 per hour (including shift allowance) + Bonus + Overtime 37 hours No Weekend Working

Are you an experiencedNDT TechnicianwithLevel 1 or 2 FPI certificationlooking to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer?

Our client has been a trusted supplier to theaerospace and power generation industriesfor decades and has built an outstanding reputation for quality, investment in its people, and long-term career opportunities. We've successfully recruited for this business for over20 years, with many candidates enjoying long and successful careers there.

This is a permanent opportunity offering excellent working conditions, regular overtime, bonus opportunities, andno weekend shifts.

What's on offer?
  • £19.16 per hour (including shift allowance)
  • Company bonus
  • Regular overtime available
  • Permanent position
  • Immediate start available
  • 37-hour working week
  • Rotating 3-shift pattern (Monday-Friday only)
  • 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Excellent long-term career prospects
  • Days while completing training
The Role

Working within the Inspection department, you'll be responsible for carrying outFluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI), visual inspection, and dimensional inspectionon precision aerospace and industrial components, ensuring all products meet strict customer and quality standards.

Your duties will include:

  • Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI)
  • Visual and dimensional inspection
  • First-off inspections
  • Conventional and CMM inspection
  • Receipt inspection of returned subcontract parts
  • Reading engineering drawings and specifications
  • Completing inspection documentation and batch records
  • Raising non-conformance reports where required
  • Maintaining FPI Level 1 / 2 accreditation
  • Supporting airflow inspection activities
  • Working to AS9100 and company quality procedures
About You

To be successful, you'll have:

  • Level 1 or Level 2 FPI qualification
  • Previous NDT experience, ideally within aerospace or precision engineering
  • Experience inspecting tight tolerance components
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Experience using conventional inspection equipment
  • CMM inspection experience (preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and to quality standards
Working Hours

37 hours per week

Rotating three-shift pattern:

Morning

  • Monday-Thursday: 05:4513:45
  • Friday: 05:4510:45

Afternoon

  • Monday-Thursday: 13:4521:45
  • Friday: 10:4515:45

Night

  • Monday-Thursday: 21:4505:45
  • Friday: 15:4520:45

No weekend working.

Please note

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK.


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