Company: NDT TECH OPSLocation: Perth, Western Australia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $86,667 - $135,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience

Vacancies: 1About the CompanyNDT Tech Ops is a Western Australian owned and operated business offering comprehensive Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), inspection, and quality assurance services across the mining, construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors.

Since its establishment in 2016, NDT Tech Ops has built a strong reputation for delivering safe, reliable, and professional inspection services.

Our qualified and experienced team is committed to providing high-quality workmanship while exceeding client expectations.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician to join our Perth-based team, with work undertaken at client facilities and project sites throughout metropolitan and regional Western Australia.

The successful candidate will undertake NDT inspections, welding and fabrication inspections, coating inspections, and quality verification activities involving heavy mining equipment, structural steel, piping systems, pressure equipment, and other industrial assets.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct non-destructive testing and inspection activities on welded structures, fabricated components, mechanical equipment, and industrial assets.

Perform Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI/MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), Visual Testing (VT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) where appropriately qualified and certified.

Inspect welded joints, structural steel, piping systems, pressure equipment, and fabricated components to identify defects, cracks, corrosion, and material discontinuities.

Conduct visual, dimensional, fit-up, in-process, and final inspections during manufacturing, refurbishment, and repair activities.

Verify welding quality against approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), engineering drawings, fabrication specifications, and applicable standards.

Perform and interpret conventional UT and PAUT examinations in accordance with approved procedures and client requirements.

Coordinate and witness NDT activities undertaken by qualified testing personnel where required.

Conduct coating inspections, including surface preparation verification, environmental monitoring, and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) measurements.

Operate, maintain,



and perform routine calibration checks of NDT instruments and inspection equipment.

Interpret inspection findings, evaluate indications, and identify defects or non-conformances requiring corrective action.

Prepare inspection reports, NDT test records, inspection checklists, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and quality documentation.

Follow Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), approved testing procedures, and project-specific requirements.

Review material certificates, laboratory reports, NDT records, coating records, and manufacturing documentation.

Liaise with clients, fabrication personnel, supervisors, and project engineers regarding inspection requirements and findings.

Ensure inspection activities comply with applicable Australian Standards, ASME Codes, ISO Standards, client specifications, and workplace safety requirements.

Travel to client sites throughout metropolitan, regional, and remote Western Australia as required.

Promote a strong safety culture and maintain compliance with company and client OH&S; requirements.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Valid AINDT, PCN, or ISO 9712 Level 2 certifications in one or more NDT methods.

Demonstrated competency in MPI/MT, PT, VT, UT, and/or PAUT inspection methods.

Minimum two years of practical experience in Non-Destructive Testing, welding inspection, fabrication inspection, material testing, or industrial quality assurance.

Experience inspecting welded structures, fabricated components, industrial equipment, or mining assets.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, technical specifications, and inspection documentation.

Sound understanding of welding processes, fabrication practices, material defects, and quality requirements.

Robust report-writing and documentation skills.

Strong commitment to safety and quality.

Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Desirable Qualifications and CertificationsPCN Level 2, AINDT Level 2,



or ISO 9712 certifications in additional NDT methods.PAUT and TOFD certifications.CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification or equivalent.NACE Level 1 Coating Inspector certification or equivalent.

Eddy Current Testing (ECT) qualifications.ISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification..

Experience in mining, oil & gas, heavy fabrication, structural steel, shutdowns, or industrial maintenance environments.

Technical Knowledge

Applicants should demonstrate practical knowledge of:AS/NZS 1554.1, AS/NZS 1554.4, and AS/NZS 1554.5 Welding Standards.ASME Section V - Non-Destructive Examination.ASME Section IX - Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification.ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.ISO 3834 Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding of Metallic Materials.SSPC PA2 Dry Film Thickness Measurement.ISO 19840 Protective Paint Systems.NDT procedures, equipment operation, calibration checks, and report preparation.

Welding defects, material discontinuities, fabrication tolerances, and inspection practices.

Desirable Industry Experience

Experience working with: Mining and earthmoving equipment.

Excavator buckets, booms, and sticks.

Structural steel fabrication.

Pressure equipment and piping systems.

Industrial shutdowns and maintenance projects.

Heavy fabrication and mechanical assets.

Why Join NDT Tech Ops?
Competitive salary package.

Diverse and challenging work across multiple industries.

Prospect to work on major mining and industrial projects.

Supportive team environment.

Long-term career growth opportunities.

Perth-based role with regional travel opportunities.

Join a respected Western Australian company with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and technical excellence.

Salary A competitive salary of $86,667 – $135,000 per annum, depending on relevant qualifications, technical certifications and industry experience.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume outlining their qualifications, NDT certifications, technical competencies, and relevant industry experience.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to demonstrate their knowledge of NDT methodologies, inspection procedures, applicable standards, inspection equipment, and quality documentation.

Join NDT TECH OPS and become part of a professional team committed to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality Non-Destructive Testing and inspection services across Western Australia.

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