Location:   KZN, South Africa (Based in Richards Bay)

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Management:
  • Plan, organize, and schedule refractory installation, repairs, and annual shutdowns.
  • Develop and manage project timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates.
  • Coordinate and communicate with clients, vendors and subcontractors,
• Site and Crew Supervision:
  • Manage, train, and mentor supervisors, installation crews, ensuring adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks to guarantee the integrity of all refractory work.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Enforce and administer all company safety programs, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Promote a culture of safety through regular inspections, meetings, and incident investigations.
  • Address and resolve any safety-related issues or incidents promptly.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Evaluate refractory material options and installation techniques based on project requirements.
  • Troubleshoot refractory failures and apply technical principles to resolve issues and extend service life.
  • Continuously seek improvements in the selection, installation, and design of refractory linings.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Annalyse/determine scope of work and prepare quotations
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of project progress, material usage, and maintenance activities.
  • Prepare progress reports and project reviews to management and clients if needed.
  • Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for installations. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience:
  • Proven experience (+ 5 years) in refractory installation or a related field, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong background in industrial settings such as smelters, paper mills, steel mills, rotary kilns, boilers, petrochemical, etc.
• Skills:
  • Technical: Strong knowledge of refractory materials, installation methods, and high-temperature industrial equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Leadership: Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring skills.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with crews, clients, and management.
  • Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges and material issues.
  • Organizational: Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills to oversee multiple projects.
  • Computer: Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite. 

 Work Environment

• This is a hands-on, office and site-based position requiring the ability to work in demanding industrial environments that involve heat, heights, and confined spaces.
• Travel may be required, depending on project locations.