On-Site Refractory Mason – Kilns & Furnaces

Efficiency Staffing Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd invites applications for a Refractory Mason on a fixed-term contract basis in Benoni, Gauteng. You will remove and install refractory materials on-site, read drawings, and work with hand and power tools to fit bricks and line furnaces.

Ideal candidates have N3 with Red Seal and 5+ years in the field, strong teamwork, and a commitment to health and safety. On-site work with potential local/intl commissioning and strict adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Job-specific knowledge with minimum N3 level and Red Seal as a Refractory Mason.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the field.
• Basic proficiency with relevant technical tools or systems.
• Ability to work as a team member on company projects.
• Customer service orientation and emphasis on results, diplomacy, multitasking and priority setting.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and technical knowledge.
• Knowledge about preparing and mixing mortar.
• Using and maintaining power tool and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Removing and installing refractory materials in customer equipment on-site.
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints and work by hand or with hand and power tools.
• Measure accurately from an established starting point, using plumb lines and a mason’s level as necessary.
• Apply knowledge of mortars and bonding materials to different projects.
• Utilise hammers, chisels and masonry saws to cut and fit bricks.
• Line or reline furnaces, kilns, boilers and similar installations with appropriate bricks or materials.
• Work independently and with others to meet deadlines and complete projects.
• Experiment with materials and methods to solve construction challenges.
• Productivity – follow instructed procedures as processes may change.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices.
• Health and Safety – wear protective equipment.
• Follow lawful instructions by management.
• International/Local commissioning and field service as required.
• Ensure all equipment issued is kept safe.

Skills

Reading and interpreting drawings

English literacy

Team collaboration

Health and safety adherence

Problem solving

Time management

Education

N3 level with Red Seal (Refractory Mason)

Tools

Mason's level

Plumb line

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Our client in the Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ a Refractory Mason to join their team. Please note that this is a fixed-term contract.
Location: Benoni, Gauteng

Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Registration No. 2022/876857/07

Duties & Responsibilities

• Removing and installing refractory materials in customer equipment on-site.
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints and work by hand or with hand and power tools.
• Measure accurately from an established starting point, using plumb lines and a mason’s level as necessary.
• Apply knowledge of various mortars and bonding materials and apply the knowledge to different projects.
• Utilise hammers, chisels and masonry saws to cut and fit bricks.
• Line or reline furnaces, kilns, boilers and similar installations using refractory or acid-resistant bricks, concretes, plastics or other material.
• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively with co-workers to meet deadlines and complete projects.
• Experiment with various materials and methods to solve construction challenges.

Required company responsibilities:

• Productivity – follow formal/written and informal/verbal instructions and procedures as the above processes may change.
• Ensure that good housekeeping practices are followed.
• Health and Safety – wear the protective equipment issued to you while working.
• Follow any lawful instruction required by management.
• International/Local commissioning and field service – as required for commissioning and on-site work.
• Ensure all equipment issued to you needed for jobs and projects are kept safe.

Experience & Qualification

• Job-specific knowledge with a minimum qualification of N3 level with necessary Red Seal qualification as a Refractory Mason.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the relevant field.
• Basic proficiency in relevant technical tools or systems necessary for the role.
• Ability to work as a team member and participate in projects that involve or impact the entire company.
• Customer service orientation and emphasis on results, diplomacy, multitasking and priority setting.
• An understanding of manufacturing processes and technical knowledge.
• Knowledge about preparing and mixing mortar.
• Using and maintaining power tool and hand tools.
• Cutting out and filling masonry joints in ashlar, rubble, and brickwork.
• Cut and indent new stone pieces.
• Repairing, replacing, or resetting bricks, furnaces roofs and slabs.
• Drilling, grouting, and pinning fractured stones, resetting copings.
• Performing, washing including mechanical and chemical cleaning of masonry surfaces.

Required company skills and abilities:

• The ability to read and write in English (Matric)
• Good practical skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to perform work duties on his/her own or in a team.
• Must perform duties according to the Health and Safety standards.
• Must work according to the Quality Control Systems.
• Must be able to work overtime to get projects completed if required.

Additional Information

• Only applicants who meet the requirements outlined above will be considered.
• If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application, including your CV, qualifications / certificates, service certificates and a copy of your ID.

Alternatively, please email [e-mail]/[e-mail], to apply for the above position. Please include the position and job vacancy reference number in the subject line and attach your CV and a copy of your ID in the email.

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