FURNACE SUPERVISOR

Power International Holding; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi seeks a Furnace Supervisor to oversee steelmaking operations. The desired candidate will manage furnace operations, optimize processes, and ensure adherence to safety standards. With a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and a diploma in engineering, this role offers a unique opportunity to maximize production efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working experience, including 2 years relevant experience.
• 1 year of experience in GCC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electric arc and induction furnaces operation.
• Coordinate with production for steel output targets.
• Control process parameters for metallurgical consistency.
• Enforce safety procedures and manage emergency protocols.
• Monitor and optimize resource consumption.

Skills

Knowledge of steel melting operations

Understanding of safety regulations

Ability to analyze furnace issues

ERP knowledge, preferably SAP

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Certificate in a related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Furnace Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operation of steelmaking furnaces, ensuring efficient melting, refining, and casting processes. This role involves managing furnace operators, optimizing process parameters, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards to maximize production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the operation of electric arc furnaces (EAF), induction furnaces, or ladle refining furnaces (LRF) to ensure optimal performance.
• Coordinate with the production team to meet daily and monthly steel output targets.
• Control process parameters such as temperature, power input, and alloy additions to ensure metallurgical consistency.
• Enforce safety procedures, including PPE usage, heat protection measures, and emergency protocols.
• Ensure adherence to chemical composition and mechanical properties specifications for molten steel.
• Identify furnace performance issues and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs and refractory lining inspections.
• Monitor scrap metal, ferroalloys, and flux consumption to maintain efficiency and cost control.
• Supervise furnace operators, conduct performance evaluations, and provide technical training.
• Maintain records of heat logs, furnace performance data, and production reports.
• Implement energy-saving measures and optimize power consumption for cost-effective furnace operation.
• Job Responsibilities 2
• Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of steel melting, refining, and casting operations.
• Familiarity with furnace refractory lining, electrode management, and cooling systems.
• Understanding of industrial safety regulations, emissions control, and workplace hazard management.
• Ability to analyze furnace issues and implement corrective actions effectively.
• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 3 years working experience, 2 years relevant working experience, 1 year GCC experience is a plus

Competencies

AgilityBuilding Maintenance L2Inspection And Maintenance Procedures L2LeadershipPreventive Maintenance Procedures L2QualityResilienceRoutine Maintenance L2Service Reports and Logs Maintenance L2

Education

Diploma in Engineering or any related fieldCertificate in any related field