Senior Manager Blast Furnace - Iron Making

Ellahi Consulting; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the iron making industry is seeking a Senior Manager for their Blast Furnace division. This pivotal role involves managing production processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading a team to improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a bachelor's degree in engineering, and extensive experience in the steel industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years in a related industry (Steel making, Iron making, or blast furnace experience).
• GCC certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver annual planned production of Iron Making products to customer requirements.
• Ensure safety and compliance in operations.
• Lead and mentor a team for operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (NQF 8)

Management Development Program

Mechanical Engineering/Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Position: Senior Manager Blast Furnace - Iron Making

Location: VD Bijl Park (onsite position)

Position Description

The primary contribution of the Senior Manager Blast Furnaces is to deliver the annual planned production of Iron Making products to customer requirements in line with the monthly capacity plan, while maintaining the plant capability. This role involves managing the processes, ensuring safety and compliance, optimising efficiency and reliability, and leading a team of professionals to achieve operational excellence. Additionally, the Senior Manager Blast Furnaces will be responsible for strategic planning, high-level negotiations, and aligning operations with the overall company strategy.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (NQF 8) plus preferably a management development program
• Preferred: Mechanical Engineering/Metallurgical Engineering
• Certifications: GCC (preferred)
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years in a related industry (Steel making, Iron making, or blast furnace experience)

Personal Attributes & Key Performance Areas

• Production Management: Oversee the entire Blast Furnace Function
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the team to foster a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, reliability, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Resource Management: Manage manpower, equipment, and materials to ensure optimal output.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the operational budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular performance, safety, and key metrics reports to senior management.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• In-depth understanding of Iron Making processes and technologies (advantageous)