Senior Brick Layer

General Summary

Planning, organizing and executing effectively the refractory lining and repairs of ladle shells, EAF shells and tundish shells effect. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Key Accountabilities) 

• Carries out duties assigned by the Supervisor, according to production requirements.  
• Ensures availability of machinery and tools required for Refractory work.
• Ensures that all refractories and consumables required for carrying out the activities are available.
• Ensures that the lining of vessels meant for hot applications are done with utmost care and as per work instructions/ guidance given by the Supervisor.
• In case of any abnormalities observed during execution of work, inform the Supervisor, and seek guidance.
• Ensures that all safety precautions related to the machine being used for refractory applications are working and abides by the Company safety policies.  
• Ensures that work area is clean and free of any obstacles or encumbrances.  
• Ensures the effective implementation of operational policies covering all areas of the refractory work so that all relevant procedural / legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a cost –effective quality product to SMP1 Operation Team.  
• In case of an emergency, co-operates with the Supervisor and acts in accordance with the relevant operational procedures/work instructions
• Coordinates and directs subordinates to execute work activities required for smooth plant operations.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• To impart training for new employees.
• To coordinate with Crane Drivers and the EAF/ CC sections, to ensure that the intended service is being provided.
• To coordinate with EAF/LF and CC on a regular basis to optimise the productivity of the plant

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities (attributes) required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required: 

• Sufficient technical knowledge of refractories and its applications
• Good planning skills
• Communication skills