We are looking for an experienced Foreman - Piping Commissioning to supervise and support the pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and startup of piping systems for major Oil & Gas EPC projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring piping systems are safely tested, cleaned, commissioned, and handed over in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements, and HSE standards.
Target Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.
WHO WE ARETarget Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.
WHY JOIN USAt Target Engineering, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.
YOUR ROLEAs a Piping Foreman, you will have the following key responsibilities including but not limited to:
Planning & Work Preparation- Review piping commissioning procedures, P&IDs, isometrics, hook-up drawings, line lists, and system boundaries.
- Understand system handover priorities, commissioning schedules, and startup sequences.
- Plan manpower, tools, testing equipment, and materials required for piping commissioning activities.
- Coordinate with construction teams to ensure piping systems are mechanically complete and ready for testing.
- Arrange vendor and specialist support where required.
- Supervise piping pre-commissioning activities including:
Line checking and walkdowns, Flushing and cleaning, Hydrotesting and pneumatic testing, Leak testing, Drying and preservation activities, Chemical cleaning and pigging operations (where applicable) - Ensure piping supports, valves, strainers, vents, drains, and specialty items are installed correctly.
- Verify mechanical completion, punch list clearance, and test package readiness.
- Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure all inspections and approvals are completed.
- Lead commissioning and startup activities for:
Process piping systems
, Utility piping systems
, Water, air, steam, and nitrogen systems
, Firewater and firefighting networks
, Hydrocarbon transfer and production piping - Conduct line reinstatement activities following testing and flushing.
- Verify valve operation, system integrity, and readiness for startup.
- Support leak tests, performance tests, operational trials, and startup activities.
- Assist in troubleshooting flow restrictions, leaks, pressure drops, and operational issues.
- Ensure commissioning records, test reports, and check sheets are completed and maintained.
- Enforce HSE requirements during testing, flushing, pressure testing, and startup activities.
- Ensure strict compliance with PTW systems, LOTO procedures, confined space requirements, and hot work permits.
- Monitor activities involving pressurized systems and hydrocarbon-containing equipment.
- Conduct toolbox talks and risk assessments related to piping commissioning activities.
- Coordinate with HSE personnel to address hazards and unsafe conditions promptly.
- Coordinate closely with Construction, Mechanical, Process, QA/QC, Operations, and Vendor teams.
- Support punch list closure and resolution of piping-related issues.
- Assist engineering teams with system readiness verification.
- Communicate commissioning progress, constraints, and technical concerns to project management.
- Maintain daily progress reports, test…
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