Job Description

About the Rolen
nNDT Tech Ops is a WA owned and operated business offering comprehensive non-destructive testing (NDT) services, carried out with the utmost level of expertise and professionalism by qualified, experienced technical staff who are committed to providing high quality workmanship. Since its inception in 2016, NDT Tech Ops has built strong relationships with clients, based on protected, reliable delivery of projects while providing the flexibility to meet our clients’ needs. We constantly strive to be the best and safest in the industry. n
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nWe are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer/NDT Technician to work in Perth and regional WA.n
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nThe role involves carrying out inspections, engineering assessments, audits, and quality verification during the manufacture, refurbishment, and repair of heavy mining equipment, pressure equipment, structural steel, piping systems, engine components, transmission systems, gearboxes, and other mechanical assets.n
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nKey Responsibilitiesn
nConduct mechanical, welding, fabrication, coating, and quality inspections at client facilities and project sites.n
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nPerform welding inspections and verify compliance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), Welder Qualification Tests (WQT/WPQ), engineering drawings, and project specifications.n
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nCoordinate and witness Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities including Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT/MPI), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT).n
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nPerform Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI) inspections where appropriately certified.n
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nCarry out coating inspections including surface preparation verification, environmental monitoring, and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) measurements.n
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nVerify compliance with Australian Standards, ASME Codes, ISO Standards, client specifications, and contractual quality requirements.n
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nPrepare Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), inspection reports, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), technical assessments, and quality documentation.n
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nConduct dimensional inspections, fit-up inspections, in-process inspections, final inspections, and witness where required.n
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nReview material certificates, NATA-accredited laboratory reports, NDT reports, coating records, and manufacturing documentation.n
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nConduct supplier audits and quality system audits in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements.n
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nInvestigate non-conformances, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.n
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nLiaise with clients, fabricators, repair workshops, NATA-accredited laboratories, and project engineers.n
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nInterpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, fabrication specifications, and engineering standards.n
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nPrepare professional engineering and inspection reports for client acceptance and regulatory compliance.n
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nEssential Qualificationsn
nBachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognized qualification.n
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nMinimum four (4) years of experience in QA/QC, welding inspection, fabrication engineering, or quality engineering within the mining, oil & gas, heavy fabrication, structural steel, or industrial sectors.n
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nCSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification or equivalent.n
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nPCN Level 2 MPIn
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nNACE Level 1 Coating Inspector certification or equivalent.n
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nISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification.n
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nCertification in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT/MPI),



with additional NDT qualifications in UT, PT, or VT considered advantageous.n
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nEssential Technical Knowledgen
nApplicants must demonstrate sound knowledge of:n
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nAS/NZS 1554.1 – Structural Steel Weldingn
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nAS/NZS 1554.4 – Welding of High Strength Quenched and Tempered Steelsn
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nAS/NZS 1554.5 – Welding of Steel Structures Subject to High Levels of Fatigue Loadingn
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nASME Section V – Non-Destructive Examinationn
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nASME Section IX – Welding Procedure and Performance Qualificationn
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nSSPC PA 2 – Measurement of Dry Film Thicknessn
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nISO 19840 – Protective Paint Systemsn
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nISO 9001 – Quality Management Systemsn
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nISO 3834 – Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding of Metallic Materialsn
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nWelding Procedure Qualification and Welder Qualification Testingn
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nNATA laboratory testing and reporting requirementsn
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nHeavy fabrication inspection and quality assurancen
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nEngineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T;), fabrication tolerances, and mechanical inspection practices.n
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nDesirable Experiencen
nMining and heavy industrial projects.n
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nStructural steel fabrication.n
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nPressure equipment and piping inspections.n
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nExcavator buckets, booms, sticks, wheel loader components, and earthmoving equipment.n
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nEngine components, gearboxes, and power transmission systems.n
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nSalaryn
nCompetitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience. n
n$86,667 – $130,000 per yearn
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nHow to Applyn
nApplicants must submit a current resume detailing their qualifications, certifications, and relevant industry experience. Shortlisted applicants may be required to demonstrate their knowledge of welding engineering, quality management systems, Australian Standards, inspection methodologies, and engineering compliance during the recruitment process.

📌 Mechanical Engineer (Perth)
🏢 NDT Tech Ops
📍 Perth