Hydrostatic Test Technician / Hydrotest Technician

Hydrostatic Test Technician / Hydrotest Technician

Location: Sharjah, UAE
Job Type: Full-time – In Person

We are looking for a Hydrostatic Test Technician / Hydrotest Technician with practical hands-on experience in performing hydrostatic pressure tests.

This position is suitable for a technician who has previously worked with pipe hydrotesting, pressure testing, valves, fittings, pipelines, or similar pressure-tested products.

We are not looking for an engineer or senior inspection specialist. We are looking for a practical technician who knows how to prepare and perform a hydrostatic test correctly and safely.

Main Responsibilities

The technician will be responsible for:

• Preparing pipes or products for hydrostatic pressure testing.
• Connecting water pumps, pressure gauges, hoses, valves, fittings, and test equipment.
• Filling the test system with water.
• Properly removing trapped air from the system before pressurization.
• Increasing pressure gradually and safely.
• Reaching and maintaining the required test pressure.
• Monitoring pressure during the required holding time.
• Checking for:
• Leakage
• Pressure drop
• Deformation
• Abnormal movement or behavior
• Failure of the tested product
• Safely releasing pressure after completion of the test.
• Recording pressure readings and basic test results.
• Following test procedures and safety instructions.
• Checking that pressure gauges and testing equipment are suitable and in valid condition before testing.
• Maintaining a clean and safe hydrotesting area.

Required Experience

The candidate must have previous practical experience performing hydrostatic pressure tests.

Experience may be from any of the following areas:

• Pipes and pipelines
• Pipe fabrication
• Valves
• Flanges and fittings
• Pressure equipment
• Water or wastewater projects
• Oil & gas projects
• Manufacturing companies
• Hydrotesting contractors
• Industrial testing workshops

The candidate should be able to perform a hydrostatic test with normal supervision and understand the complete testing process from preparation until safe depressurization.

Required Knowledge

The candidate must understand:

• Hydrostatic pressure testing procedures
• Removal of trapped air before pressurization
• Gradual pressurization
• Test pressure and working pressure
• Holding time
• Pressure drop
• Leakage inspection
• Safe depressurization
• Basic pressure gauge reading
• Basic test result recording
• Risks associated with pressurized systems

Safety

Safety is very important for this position.

The candidate must understand that hydrostatic testing involves stored pressure and must know how to:

• Keep personnel away from unsafe areas during testing.
• Never stand directly in front of plugs, end closures, fittings, or other pressurized components.
• Inspect connections before pressurizing.
• Stop the test if leakage, movement, deformation, or any unsafe condition is observed.
• Release pressure safely before approaching or adjusting the tested product.
• Use the required PPE and follow test-area safety instructions.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate, diploma, vocational training, or equivalent practical experience is preferred.
• Previous hands-on hydrotesting experience is required.
• Basic English communication is required.
• Ability to read pressure gauges and simple test procedures is required.

Formal engineering qualifications are not required.

Preferred Experience

Experience testing any of the following will be considered an advantage:

• Pipes
• Pipe fittings
• Valves
• Test plugs
• Pipe plugs
• Inflatable plugs
• Mechanical plugs
• Pressure-rated industrial products

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in practical hydrotesting
• Safety-conscious
• Careful and disciplined
• Comfortable working with pumps, hoses, gauges, and pressure equipment
• Able to follow procedures correctly
• Able to identify leakage or abnormal pressure behavior
• Honest when reporting failures or problems
• Willing to perform regular hands-on testing work

Work Location: Sharjah, UAE
Work Type: In person

Work Location: In person