NDT Technician Engineer - Vehicles (Non-Destructive Testing)

Greater London Authority

  • Acton, West London
  • £54,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
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  • Currently hold at least 4 PCN certificates or equivalent, covering the following disciplines: magnetic particle inspection, dye penetrant inspection, eddy current testing and ultrasonic testing.
  • Three of the above certificates must be at level 2 or above.
  • It is desirable to hold level 2 PCN certificates in Ultrasonic Axle Testing (UAT)
  • Competent to perform NDT according to NDT procedures and standards
  • High level of integrity
  • Highly developed ability to act on own initiative
  • Highly motivated, with a real passion for personal development
Knowledge:
  • Ability to translate NDT codes, standards, specifications and procedures into NDT instructions adapted to the actual working conditions.
  • Interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures.
  • Good knowledge of relevant TfL, British and International Standards
  • Good working knowledge of the TfL business, its obligations and priorities
Experience:
  • Experience of working in a railway environment
  • Willing to work unsocial hours when required
  • Flexible working including working across all TfL sites within the London area
  • Hold relevant certification to work in depots and lifts and escalator environments across the TfL family
Equality, diversity and inclusionWe are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible.We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair.Application ProcessPlease apply using your CV and a maximum two-page Cover Letter.
We recommend that you consider the motivations, skills, knowledge and experience required for this role and ensure your CV and cover letter outlines where you meet these criteria. .PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images.The closing date for applications is 08/09/25 @ 23:59
Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applicants.BenefitsIn return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:
  • Final salary pension scheme
  • Free travel for you on the TfL network
  • Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home or 75% reimbursement on a 28-day flexi ticket
  • 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
  • TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
  • Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional)
  • Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
  • Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
  • Discounted Eurostar travel

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