Senior Operator - Rolling Mill

SA Steelworks has Senior Operator positions available. The successful candidate will provide support to SA Steelworks Rolling Mill Department. Applicants will be required to complete a skills test, only candidates with an average of 70% can successfully apply for the vacancy. (SHIFT POSITION)

• Must be able to do basic mathematical calculations to ensure correct process parameters

• Accurate setup, adjustments, operation and maintenance of machinery/stands/ mechanism in the production line process

• Conduct daily inspection of relevant work area and report possible failures or unsafe working conditions

• Maintain standard machine operating procedures when operating machinery

• General maintenance and cleaning of the work area/workstation you are responsible for

• Must enforce and practice housekeeping policies

• Effectively monitor production process

• Ability to analyze potential failures and communicate accordingly with possible solutions in a timeous manner

• Ensure shift handover is conducted thoroughly and that all issues are reported clearly on a daily basis

• Abiding by the regulations as set out in Occupational Health and Safety Act and

• Quality control according to set standards

• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) as per tasks assigned

• Matric (Maths Compulsory)

• Diploma or studying towards a qualification in Engineering

• Computer Literate

• Strong knowledge of machinery

• Ability to detect machine discrepancies

• Experience working in the steel industry advantageous

• Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment

• Willingness to work overtime and SHIFTS

• Must consistently be conscious of and compliant with Health & Safety rules and regulations

• Good communication skills

• In good health, physically fit

• Team player

• Concentration & Precision

• Attentive to detail

• Ability to work independently

• Excellent standards in execution