Piping Testing, Cleaning & Passivation Lead

Pressure Testing & Cleaning / Passivation Manager

Dublin 15, Ireland Posted on 05/22/2026

Fohntech Group is seeking an experienced Pressure Testing & Cleaning / Passivation Manager to join their team in Belgium.

Rotation plan is available. Duration of the project is 2 years.

The Pressure Testing and Cleaning / Passivation Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and assurance of all piping system testing and cleaning activities, including pneumatic testing, flushing, chemical cleaning, and passivation.

The role ensures that all activities carried out by subcontractors are:

• Compliant with project specifications and standards
• Delivered in line with project schedule and quality requirements

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Develop the overall testing and cleaning strategy aligned with project milestones
• Define the Test philosophy (hydro vs pneumatic) Cleaning and passivation procedures
• Review project P&IDs / Line lists/System boundaries to establish Test pack structure, cleaning circuits and System turnover sequence

Subcontractor Management

• Manage and coordinate specialist subcontractors for Pneumatic pressure testing, Flushing and chemical cleaning, Passivation activities
• Review and approve their Method statements, Risk assessments (RAMS), ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)
• Ensure Adequate resourcing, Competency of personnel, Compliance with project standards

Safety Leadership (Critical)

• Take ownership of high-risk activities, particularly Pneumatic testing, Pressurisation systems
• Ensure detailed risk assessments and method statements are in place, Exclusion zones and safety controls are implemented and Safe systems of work are adhered to.
• Interface with HSE team, Client safety representatives

Execution Oversight

• Supervise and coordinate Test preparation (isolations, blinds, reinstatements), Pressurisation and testing, Cleaning and flushing operations, Passivation processes
• Ensure Proper sequencing of systems Minimal rework Efficient resource utilisation

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all activities meet Project specifications, Applicable codes (e.g. ASME B31.3, EN standards) Client QA requirements
• Verify Test results and sign-offs
• Manage Punch lists, Test failures and retests

Documentation & Turnover

• Oversee compilation of Test packs, Cleaning reports and Passivation recordsEnsure Full traceability Documentation completeness for system handover
• Interface with QA/QC teams and Turnover/Commissioning teams

Interface Management

• Coordinate closely with Construction teams (installation readiness), QA/QC (inspection and sign-off), Commissioning (system turnover), Engineering (design clarifications)

Planning & Reporting

• Develop and maintain Testing schedules, Cleaning and passivation plans
• Track Progress vs plan, Subcontractor performance, Key risks and delays