Coordinator - Blast Furnace Operations Newcastle
Listing reference: arcmt_000297
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 12 August 2024
Position summary
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Newcastle
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate the Blast Furnace from the Control Room.
* Monitor and control auxiliary plants of the Blast Furnace.
* Solve problems with the Blast Furnace operation.
* Ensure correct stop and start of Furnace.
* Conduct communication with other sections in the works.
* Assist maintenance sections in fault finding on the plants.
* Assist Production Superintendent with the management of shift personnel.
* Supervise production activities on the Blast Furnace cast floors.
* Assist maintenance personnel in fault finding of the cast floor equipment.
* Co-ordinate and assist with Refractories repairs on the cast floor.
* Ensure that production activities on the cast floor and tuyere belt are completed correctly and speedily to minimize furnace down time.
* Supervise cast floor personnel.
* Ensure adherence to safety regulations on the cast floor.
* Assist the Superintendent in safely stopping and starting the furnace for planned and unplanned shutdowns.
* Co-ordinate torpedo placement with Steel Plant and Rail Transport to ensure efficient casting practice.
* Control the usage of the slag granulation system.
* Monitor the Tuyere belt condition during operation.
* Ensure a thorough shift changeover from the previous shift.
Qualifications
* Grade 12 / NCV 4 (NQF 4/10)
Experience and Requirements
* Minimum 5 years experience.
* Understanding of the Iron Making processes.
* Computer literate (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
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