Refractory Mason: Steelmaking High-Temp Technician

KUWAIT STEEL; Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 8,928 - 13,392; Full time

Job summary

KUWAIT STEEL is seeking a skilled Refractory Mason to join our diverse team in Kuwait. You will perform ladle preparation, maintenance of refractories, and support high‑temperature operations with safety as a priority.

Responsibilities include installing and removing refractory linings, assisting with shutdowns, and ensuring correct materials and tools are used. A background in steelmaking and safe work practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Certificate or Vocational/Technical Certificate in any technical field.
• Basic safety training (e.g., fire safety, first aid, PPE use).

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and removal of refractory linings in furnaces, ladles, tundishes, and other melt shop vessels by carrying and preparing bricks, castable, and gunning or ramming materials as instructed.
• Support refractory repair work during shutdowns or emergencies by loading, unloading, and preparing materials and tools to help restore safe operation of high‑temperature equipment.
• Handle basic hand and power tools, mixers, and brick saws 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 masonry

Safety awareness

Tool handling

Communication

Reporting

Education

Secondary School Certificate

Vocational/Technical Certificate

Tools

Trowels

Brick hammers

Refractory mixers

Job description

KUWAIT STEEL is seeking a skilled Refractory Mason to join our diverse team in Kuwait. You will perform ladle preparation, maintenance of refractories, and support high‑temperature operations with safety as a priority.

Responsibilities include installing and removing refractory linings, assisting with shutdowns, and ensuring correct materials and tools are used. A background in steelmaking and safe work practices is essential.