Furnace Supervisor

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in the UAE is looking for a Furnace Supervisor to manage steelmaking operations. Responsibilities include supervising electric arc and induction furnaces, optimizing production processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The candidate should have a diploma in engineering, a strong understanding of steel operations, and at least three years of relevant experience. This position offers an opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a growing field.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervise the operation of electric arc furnaces (EAF).
• Coordinate with the production team to meet output targets.
• Control process parameters to ensure metallurgical consistency.
• Enforce safety procedures and comply with emergency protocols.
• Maintain records of furnace performance and production.

Skills

Strong knowledge of steel melting, refining, and casting operations

Familiarity with furnace refractory lining

Understanding of industrial safety regulations

Ability to analyze furnace issues

ERP knowledge, preferably SAP

Education

Diploma in Engineering or any related field

Certificate in any 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.

Job 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 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.

Job Experience

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

Competencies

• Agility
• Building Maintenance L2
• Inspection And Maintenance Procedures L2
• Leadership
• Preventive Maintenance Procedures L2
• Quality
• Resilience
• Routine Maintenance L2
• Service Reports and Logs Maintenance L2

Education

• Diploma in Engineering or any related field
• Certificate in any related field