Job Purpose: Manages and directs the activities of Steel Plant operations and production with respect to process logistics and metallurgy. Plans and supervises the production process, cost, efficiency and quality. Investigates and monitors performance, analyses shortfall and abnormalities within the process, implements remedial actions and suggests technical change where necessary. Implements plans and systems to achieve SSC objectives

Processes and Production Schedule Oversight

• Assign tasks to the Process Engineers and Section Managers, coordinate and monitor their activity
• Cooperate and supervise together with Maintenance and Rolling Mill Manager the production line, mainly with respect to planning, costing and logistics
• Provide both technical and managerial support to the COO in order to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness in his area
• Monitor and control the metallurgy and schedule of the process and ensure continuation of operation
• Identify initiatives and process improvements to minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital
• Assure attainment of business objectives and productions schedules while meeting required steel billets quality standards
• Ensuring all positions within the steel making area are properly staffed and co-ordinated in to regular shifts to perform duties effectively

Financial Oversight

• Define the Steel Making Plant annual budget figures and materials requirement then follow up the procurement and delivery of requested consumables and spare parts
• Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes in production volume.
• Improve manpower utilization within existing departments and processes and enforce shift schedule stability to allow for maximum return due to learning efficiencies and know-how
• Follow up on the execution of product cost reduction plan to identify potential areas for cost reduction

Policy and Standards Compliance

• Follow up and supervise the preparation of plant work standard and enforce compliance with company standards and policies
• Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes.
• Keep the plant clean and enforce HSE standards to protect personnel and equipment
• Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas

Reporting and Manuals

• Manage and report on the plant breakdowns and lessons learned from problem solving process
• Prepare the technical reports and operating manuals requested by COO
• Prepare plant trouble shooting manual which covers all plant process / working areas and how to avoid frequent troubles and coordinate with Maintenance department experts

Motivation and Employee Relations

• Provide strong leadership to the employees at the plants, ensuring high morale, team work and good employee relations, at all levels
• Motivate subordinates through training programs, enhance their skills and generate competition spirit to reach the internal national performance standard
• Ensure that all employees pursue the HSE training
• Proactively pursue personal training opportunities to deepen subject matter expertise and managerial skills
• Assure that employee grievances are addressed in a timely fashion

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Engineering degree (Mechanical or Metallurgical degree preferred)
• 15+ years' experience at a senior level in a similar steel manufacturing environment

SKILLS:

• Strong leadership skills
• Strong results-oriented day today management skills
• Independent thinking
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good English oral and written communication skills
• Good computer skills - proficient Microsoft Office user
  

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• High energy level
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Adaptable to establish themselves within a new and challenging environment
• Teamwork
• Strong leadership skills
• Financial awareness
• Strategic awareness
• Awareness and compliance of international ethical standards
• Time Management of self and others