Hydrotest Technician: Piping & Pressure Safety

NOV; Batam; On-site; IDR 150,000,000 - 210,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV in Batam is seeking a Hydrotest Technician to safely execute hydrostatic pressure testing of piping systems, vessels, and equipment before commissioning. You will prepare, install, operate, and dismantle test gear while ensuring compliance with approved procedures and safety requirements.

You will monitor pressures, hold times, and results, maintain records, and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, contributing to a strong safety culture and teamwork on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hydrotesting, piping, mechanical, construction, or commissioning experience.
• Experience with hydrotest pumps, pressure gauges, hoses, and piping systems preferred.
• Basic understanding of hydrostatic pressure testing procedures and requirements.
• Ability to read drawings, test packages, procedures, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and risk assessments.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and compliance with company HSE policy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare piping systems, vessels, and equipment for hydrostatic testing.
• Install and remove test blinds, hoses, pumps, pressure gauges, and other hydrotest equipment.
• Conduct hydrostatic pressure tests in accordance with approved procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Monitor and record test pressures, hold times, and test results.
• Inspect systems for leaks, pressure drops, or other abnormalities during testing.
• Assist in filling, venting, pressurizing, depressurizing, and draining test systems.
• Establish and maintain hydrotest exclusion zones and safety barriers.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are inspected and fit for use before testing activities.
• Follow permit-to-work requirements, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, test failures, and incidents to supervision.
• Maintain accurate hydrotest records, reports, and documentation.
• Support reinstatement activities following completion of hydrotesting.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the work area and ensure the proper handling of test water and waste.
• Work closely with supervisors, inspectors, commissioning personnel, and construction teams to complete testing activities safely and efficiently.
• Promote a strong safety culture and actively participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Hydrotest pumps

Pressure gauges

Test hoses

Blinds

Job description

NOV in Batam is seeking a Hydrotest Technician to safely execute hydrostatic pressure testing of piping systems, vessels, and equipment before commissioning. You will prepare, install, operate, and dismantle test gear while ensuring compliance with approved procedures and safety requirements.

You will monitor pressures, hold times, and results, maintain records, and support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, contributing to a strong safety culture and teamwork on site.