Section Head Refractory

Location:   Jizan Plant - KSA

Manages and directs the activities of Refractory Section. Plans and supervises the consumption, cost, efficiency and quality of refractory materials. Investigates and monitors performance, analyses issues within the process with respect to refractory consumption, identifies and implements corrective actions where necessary.In addition, giving support for new projects to Project Management (in case) concerning deficiencies and warranty claims with the Project Contractor.
DescriptionProcesses and Production Schedule Oversight     Allocates tasks to the Refractory Engineer, assign resources to shifts, and monitor the employee performance and activity in the refractory     Evaluate the performance and fill the appraisal of Refractory Engineer, review and approve the appraisals of foremen and technicians.     Participates in rolling mills and technical project work related to refractory section     Evaluate and study with the refractory along melt shop specialists for new technologies and conduct initial assessment of feasible options     Assist refractory supervisor in reviewing and updating material standard     Monitor the quality of products exiting the refractory and ensure compliance with company standards     Supervise and coordinate refractory stock, flow and material consumption and ensure efficiency and optimization of usage patterns     Supervises and coordinates trials for cost savings and quality improvements within the refractory area     Ensures that the refractory operations do not constitute a bottle neck for steelmaking operations     Coordinate maintenance activities with the maintenance department for Shell changes etc. and plant major shut down to ensure minimum down time
Financial Oversight     Define the refractory annual budget figures     Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes in production volume     Approve essential personnel requirements for refractory staff like safety items, overtime, vacations, shift changes, training, etc.
Reporting and Manuals     Prepare monthly material consumption report and suggest ways to reduce the consumption in coordination with the refractory supervisor     Responsible for coordinating and conducting section trials     Follow up, evaluation, and reporting on trial material with coordination of refractory Engineer and process engineer     Assist refractory Engineer in reviewing and updating material standard     Review and update the ISO-Documents and forms
Motivation and Employee Relations     Provide strong leadership to the employees at his area, ensuring high morale, team work and good employee relations, at all levels     Complete performance appraisals for shift personnel     Trains new staff and existing staff in their required duties. Ensures comprehension of safe working practices and checks compliance with the Company's policy and procedures     Ensure that all employees pursue the HSE training     Proactively pursue personal training opportunities to deepen subject matter expertise and managerial skills     Assure that employee grievances are addressed in a timely fashion

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills:QUALIFICATIONS:     Engineering Degree (Metallurgical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred). EXPERIENCE:     10+ years experience in refractory services or in a senior level in a similar steel manufacturing environment