- Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
- Interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (NDT), such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration
Non-destructive testing technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Non-destructive testing (NDT) technicians test materials and components used in buildings, structures and machinery.
Non-destructive testing technicians typically work around 41 to 43 hours per week.
As a Non-destructive testing technician you will typically work weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 28,205 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Non-destructive testing technician
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29,372 GBP
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24,771 GBP
Average salary for part-time Non-destructive testing technician
Average salary for full-time Non-destructive testing technician
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13,510 GBP
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28,205 GBP
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29,372 GBP
Salary over time for Non-destructive testing technician
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32,810 GBP
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30,383 GBP
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31,414 GBP
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31,534 GBP
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28,518 GBP
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35,658 GBP
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28,205 GBP
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33,166 GBP
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35,370 GBP
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Future outlook for Non-destructive testing technicians
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1% yearly wage growth (on average) 
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Non-destructive testing technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
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Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
What technical skills do I need?
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Things to highlight for your Non-destructive testing technician interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
