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Job Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MetallurgistLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Helensburgh, Argyll and ButeCompensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £42,000 - £48,000Role Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time / PermanentRole ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SF65863At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Metallurgist at our Faslane site.The roleAs a Metallurgist, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. The main objective of the Metallurgist is to provide a Metallurgical service across the Royal Navy’s in-service submarine fleet and other MOD assets, ensuring work tasks are delivered safely, on time and to specification.Day-to-day, you’ll undertake a variety of specialist on-site inspections and laboratory analysis primarily associated with the submarine Nuclear Steam Raising Plant (NSRP) and other systems, in accordance with approved procedures and national/international and MOD standards, as well as:<ul><li>Be a key stakeholder in the acceptance process of welder and weld procedure qualification by carrying out destructive testing/examinations of nuclear and non-nuclear welds</li><li>Provide technical advice and support to the business on all metallurgical aspects. This involves working closely with teams from Nuclear Standards, Welding, Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), the Technical/Design Authority groups and Naval Staff</li><li>Produce and approval of documentation, procedures, and inspection reports</li><li>Rectification of defective components and returning to design intent.</li></ul>This role is full time and is based on site at Faslane.Essential experience of the Metallurgist:<ul><li>An understanding of corrosion, material degradation mechanisms and metallurgy.</li><li>Applying a good attitude is required accompanied with a desire to learn and develop, building on formal education and experience</li><li>Understanding and communication of complex findings and concepts is paramount to the role, therefore strong verbal and written skills are required</li><li>Able to apply rigorous engineering and quality standards to each aspect of work, both within the laboratory and aboard naval defence platforms</li><li>To have good interpersonal skills as you must be able to interact effectively and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.</li></ul>Qualifications for the Metallurgist:<ul><li>Degree level in Metallurgy or Materials Engineering/Science, or other relevant discipline. Alternatively an HND/HNC of a relevant discipline accompanied with relevant experience.</li><li>Professional accreditation (chartered/incorporated) status, or working towards, with relevant professional body (eg IOM3/WeldI).</li></ul>Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>.What we offer <ul><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.</li></ul>Babcock International For over a century Babcock&nbsp; has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email <a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 21/08/2025

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Job Title:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Materials Engineer / MetallurgistLocation:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Plymouth, DevonCompensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £43,935.00 + BenefitsRole Type:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Full time / Permanent Role ID:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; SF67197At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as an engineering specialist in the Metallurgy &amp; Materials team at our Devonport Royal Dockyard site.The roleAs a Materials Engineer, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. You’ll apply your expertise in materials science, engineering and metallurgy to support cutting-edge projects across labs, nuclear facilities and naval defence platforms, contributing to strategic defence programmes for Ministry of Defence priorities and UK commitments to NATO.Day-to-day, you’ll apply engineering specifications to ensure safe, effective delivery of critical programmes, guiding customer requirements and providing expert assessments on metallic and non-metallic materials across multi-disciplinary systems.<ul><li>Conduct specialist testing and inspection of nuclear systems and licensed facilities to ensure compliance</li><li>Gain hands-on experience with new technologies like additive manufacturing, applying skills across the naval engineering lifecycle, from concept to decommissioning</li><li>Evaluate and communicate performance characteristics of materials, components, welds and assemblies</li><li>Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to support material integrity and system reliability</li><li>Provide expert insight on service failures, quality investigations and materials selection for future systems</li></ul>Please note that this position involves working onboard Royal Navy ships and submarines – candidates must be able to access and perform tasks in restricted or confined spaces.This role is full time, 35 hours per week and is based on site at Devonport Royal Dockyard, within the historic maritime city of Plymouth.Essential experience of the Materials Engineer<ul><li>Core understanding of materials, metallurgical principles and engineering applications, including testing, inspection, corrosion and failure analysis</li><li>Technical expertise in selection, fabrication and treatment for both metallic and non-metallic materials</li><li>Skilled in communicating complex technical concepts through clear documentation and presentations</li><li>Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and digital collaboration tools</li><li>Collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional teamwork and effective project delivery</li></ul>Qualifications for the Materials Engineer<ul><li>Degree in Materials Science / Engineering, or &nbsp;</li><li>Relevant engineering or scientific degree with post-graduate study in a materials-related discipline</li></ul>Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Programme Information (NNPPI) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>.What we offer<ul><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.</li></ul>Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.&nbsp;We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email <a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 18/09/2025#BABDESTNUC #IND-ENG

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