Refractory Mason: Furnace & Ladle Specialist

UNITED STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO.; Al Khiran; On-site; KWD 3,906 - 6,696; Full time

Job summary

UNITED STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO. in Kuwait seeks a skilled Refractory Mason to perform bricklaying, lining installation, and maintenance within high-temperature environments. You will support senior masons, handle refractory materials, and assist during shutdowns to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires basic safety training and 2+ years in refractory masonry, with emphasis on safety practices, tool handling, and teamwork in a steelmaking setting.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Certificate or Vocational/Technical Certificate in a technical field.
• Basic safety training (e.g., fire safety, first aid, PPE use).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Refractory Masonry work within Steelmaking operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation/removal of refractory linings in furnaces and ladles.
• Support refractory repair work during shutdowns by loading, unloading, and preparing materials and tools.
• Handle basic hand and power tools safely under supervision during refractory installation work.
• Assist senior masons in bricklaying, casting, gunning, ramming, and patching activities as directed.
• Carry and position refractory materials using basic rigging or hoisting tools to support installation of bricks, ladle linings, and precast shapes.
• Assist in shift handover by informing the next crew about work status, safety concerns, and ongoing refractory activities.
• Attend toolbox talks, safety briefings, and daily crew meetings to stay informed on work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Check equipment during operation and immediately inform the supervisor of any faults or abnormal conditions for further action.
• Check refractory materials such as bricks and castable before use to confirm they match the required specifications.
• Assist senior masons in ensuring refractory installation and repair work is done properly, with correct alignment and curing as instructed.
• Clean and organize the work area by removing debris, refractory waste, and unused materials to maintain a safe and tidy job site.
• Assist the maintenance team and other departments during shutdowns or outages by carrying materials, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Immediately report any near misses, accidents, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor for action.

Skills

Refractory materials knowledge

Tool handling

Bricklaying/patching/casting/gunning/;

Safety awareness

SOPs lockout/tagout

Communication and teamwork

Education

Secondary School Certificate

Vocational/Technical Certificate

Basic safety training

Tools

Trowels

Brick hammers

Refractory mixers

Job description

UNITED STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO. in Kuwait seeks a skilled Refractory Mason to perform bricklaying, lining installation, and maintenance within high-temperature environments. You will support senior masons, handle refractory materials, and assist during shutdowns to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires basic safety training and 2+ years in refractory masonry, with emphasis on safety practices, tool handling, and teamwork in a steelmaking setting.