We are seeking an experienced Working Foreman / Quality Inspector to join our team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for a time‑served Fabricator/Welder with supervisory experience who is working towards a CSWIP qualification. Candidates who do not currently hold a CSWIP qualification will be fully supported and put through the certification by the client.
This role offers a strong blend of hands‑on fabrication and leadership within a busy marine fabrication environment.
The Role
This position combines practical responsibility with team leadership and quality assurance duties, including:
- Carrying out hands-on fabrication and welding work
- Supervising and leading a skilled workshop team
- Conducting welding inspections while working towards a CSWIP qualification
- Ensuring QA/QC compliance, documentation, and traceability
- Supporting shipbuilding and marine engineering projects
- Maintaining high quality standards and driving productivity and safety
Requirements
- CSWIP Welding Inspector (3.1 minimum) or willingness to work towards it, training and certification provided by the client
- Time-served Fabricator/Welder (SVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Strong fabrication, welding, and site-based experience
- Proven supervisory or team leadership experience
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Marine or shipbuilding experience (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- Competitive, negotiable pay rate
- Regular overtime opportunities
- 28 days annual leave (increasing with service)
- Long-term job security
- Career progression within a growing marine engineering environment
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values skilled workmanship, reliability, and strong leadership.
