Piping Test Pack Coordinator

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 625,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Group Life Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Piping Test Pack Coordinator to oversee the preparation, tracking and close-out of piping test packs for mechanical completion and commissioning on large oil and gas projects in the UAE.

The role requires a strong background in piping systems, P&IDs and isometrics, plus extensive QA/QC documentation control and coordination with construction, QA/QC and commissioning teams. A senior level with 10+ years in the industry is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in oil and gas, petrochemical, or EPC/PMC environments.
• Proven experience with piping test pack preparation, coordination, and QA/QC documentation control.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate piping test pack prep using approved P&IDs, isometrics, and line lists.
• Maintain and manage test pack registers from prep to handover.
• Interface with construction, QA/QC, and commissioning for test pack readiness.

Skills

Piping test packs

QA/QC documents

Isometrics & P&IDs

Coordination & planning

Documentation control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

WinPCS

SmartPlant

Job description

Job Description:

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Piping Test Pack Coordinator with a proven track record in the industry, ensuring the successful execution of projects and alignment with company goals for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low‑carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

Job Objective

• To coordinate the preparation, tracking, and close-out of piping test packs to support mechanical completion and commissioning schedules
• To ensure all test pack documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with project specifications and quality standards
• To act as the central interface between construction, QA/QC, and commissioning teams for test pack readiness and turnover
• To support efficient systemization and timely handover of piping systems in line with project milestones and client requirements

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation and compilation of piping test packs using approved P&IDs, isometric drawings, and line lists
• Maintain and manage test pack registers, ensuring accurate tracking of status from preparation through testing and handover
• Monitor progress of test packs and highlight delays, constraints, and priority systems to project teams
• Interface with construction teams to confirm system readiness and mechanical completion prior to testing
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure all inspections, NDT reports, and documentation are completed and approved
• Ensure all required documents including weld maps, material traceability records, and test reports are included in test packs
• Track punch list items and ensure timely closure before test pack acceptance and system handover
• Liaise with pre-commissioning and commissioning teams to align test pack priorities with system turnover schedules
• Ensure piping systems are released for testing only after verifying documentation completeness and readiness status
• Support planning and scheduling of hydrostatic and pneumatic testing activities with relevant stakeholders
• Compile and submit completed test pack dossiers for client review and approval
• Ensure all test records, certificates, and documentation are properly signed, approved, and archived
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to obtain missing documentation and resolve discrepancies
• Provide regular progress reports on test pack status, completion metrics, and bottlenecks
• Support Mechanical Completion and Ready for Commissioning certification processes
• Ensure compliance with project HSE and quality requirements throughout test pack coordination activities
• Participate in audits, inspections, and client reviews related to test pack documentation and system turnover
• Assist in systemization and boundary definition to align with commissioning and project priorities
• Identify and resolve documentation and coordination issues impacting test pack completion
• Utilize completion management systems such as WinPCS, SmartPlant, or equivalent for tracking and reporting

Qualifications

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, or EPC/PMC project environments
• Proven experience in piping test pack preparation, coordination, or QA/QC documentation control
• Strong understanding of piping systems, isometric drawings, P&IDs, and line lists
• Familiarity with piping codes and standards such as ASME B31.3 and pressure testing documentation requirements
• Experience with QA/QC processes, documentation control, and turnover systems
• Proficiency in completion management tools such as WinPCS, SmartPlant, or similar systems
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple test packs and priorities simultaneously under tight project schedules
• Effective communication skills to interface with multidisciplinary teams and client representatives
• Experience working on large-scale projects, preferably in the Middle East with major operators or EPC contractors

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.