Pressure Test Supervisor

Vacancy details

General information

Reference

2024-165  

Position description

Job title

Pressure Test Supervisor

Contract type

Permanent

Job description

3CMB is looking for a hard-working, Pressure Test Supervisor, to take charge of all PT activities and be able to train other PT technicians.  

Job Purpose:

Perform and oversee pressure testing of various pipes and equipment according to Company, Quality and Client standards.

Key responsibilities summarised:

  • Conduct pressure tests on various pipe sizes and pressures.
  • Ensure all documentation is complete and signed off before testing.
  • Set up and adjust pressure testing equipment.
  • Monitor and document pressure testing charts, providing reports to
  • Quality personnel and management.
  • Read and interpret instructions, documentation, and engineering drawings.
  • Select appropriate equipment and plan test setups.
  • Coordinate with other technicians and allocate resources.
  • Identify and troubleshoot problems, advising on corrective actions.
  • Lead the team when necessary.
  • Train and authorize new pressure test technicians.
  • Maintain and calibrate pressure testing equipment.
  • Deploy to offshore sites as required.
  • Learn additional disciplines such as Post Weld Heat Treatment.
  • Provide input on pressure testing inquiries.
  • Report cost-saving measures.
  • Follow management directions and perform related tasks.
  • Ensure safety and address hazards, maintaining tidy work areas.
  • Account for and properly store equipment and consumables.
  • Adhere to safety regulations and report accidents and near misses.
  • Comply with OHS ACT 85 of 1993 and other health, safety, environmental, quality, legal, and regulatory requirements.
     

Profile

Knowledge / Qualifications / Experience:

  • BTech Mechanical Engineering
  • Formal Pressure Testing Technical Certification
  • 5 - 10 years’ experience as a Pressure Test Technician in the Industry.
  • Good understanding of English and Mathematics.
  • Be able to work away from home for the company.
  • Keen interest in the Pressure Testing Environment.
  • Ability to work with others to achieve job goals.
  • Be able to communicate, read and write effectively in the English language.

Position location

Country

South Africa

Location

Bellville, Stikland

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

BTEC Higher National Diploma Certificate, Associate's degree

Qualification

Engineering school

Minimum level of experience required

6-10 years