Senior Rolling Mill Operator – Shift Specialist

SA Metal; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Steelworks is seeking a Senior Operator to support the Rolling Mill Department in a shift-based role in Cape Town. The successful candidate will perform setup, operation, maintenance, and monitoring of production line machinery while adhering to safety and quality SOPs.

Applicants should have Maths-complete Matric, a related diploma, strong machinery knowledge, and the ability to detect discrepancies. Steel industry experience is advantageous; overtime and shift work are required.

Qualifications

• Matric with Maths is mandatory.
• Engineering-related diploma or ongoing studies preferred.
• Computer literacy is required for process monitoring.
• Strong understanding of machinery and maintenance practices.
• Ability to identify and report machine discrepancies promptly.
• Experience in the steel industry is advantageous.
• Comfortable working under pressure in a demanding environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts.
• Good health and physical fitness required.
• Excellent attention to detail and execution.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mathematical calculations to ensure correct process parameters.
• Setup, adjust, operate and maintain machinery on the production line.
• Daily inspection of the work area and report failures or hazards.
• Follow standard operating procedures and maintain equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of the workstation.
• Enforce housekeeping policies and safe work practices.
• Monitor production process and ensure quality control.
• Analyse potential failures and communicate fixes promptly.
• Ensure thorough shift handovers and report issues clearly daily.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements.

Skills

Computer literate

Machinery knowledge

Detect machine discrepancies

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Matric (Maths compulsory)

Diploma or engineering studies

Job description

SA Steelworks is seeking a Senior Operator to support the Rolling Mill Department in a shift-based role in Cape Town. The successful candidate will perform setup, operation, maintenance, and monitoring of production line machinery while adhering to safety and quality SOPs.

Applicants should have Maths-complete Matric, a related diploma, strong machinery knowledge, and the ability to detect discrepancies. Steel industry experience is advantageous; overtime and shift work are required.