• The SA Steelworks Division has a position for a qualified, committed, hardworking and motivated Line Manager at our SA Steelworks plant in Cape Town. (SHIFT POSITION)

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to

• Manage Rolling Mill team to achieve set production targets within stipulated standards
• Must be responsible for minimising of non- productive time
• Analyse given reasons for periods of non-production against metrics,
• Confirm findings / conclusions with team members
• Communicate operating plan to meet production goals
• Communicate company and departmental policies
• Frequent feedback to Senior management on shift and plant performance
• Attend daily morning production meeting, evaluate, liaise with Engineering on priority requirements and take decisive action.
• Follow up on unfinished tasks, (in terms of housekeeping and safety), with responsible section, demand quality workmanship, communicate with relevant supervisor if required
• Evaluate PTO’s and initiate corrective action where required, record and file with Production Manager
• Ensure teams are supported through empowerment and accomplishment
• Manage teams responsibility with respect to safety, i.e.: issue of PPE, timeous execution of monthly safety element inspections
• Promote sound safe working procedures and labour relation practices at every opportunity
• Provide guidance to team Supervisors through empowerment
• Interfaces with service department teams where production or safety may be at risk
• Manage performance management scheduling
• Compile shift report including general incidents (delays and breakouts, etc.)
• Interpret, plan and implement cleaning & maintenance schedules (Housekeeping)
• Ensure shift handover is conducted thoroughly and that all issues are reported clearly
• Required to work overtime as determined by the plant operational status
• Abide by the regulations as set out in O.H.S.A. and company policies

Applicants must have the following qualifying criteria:

• Matric (Maths compulsory)
• Tertiary education in metallurgical or chemical industry will be an advantage
• Strong aptitude for science and mathematics
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering principles and practice
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Excellent Communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a production or mechanical environment;
• A motivated, self-driven individual able to perform well with minimum supervision;
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Must have basic knowledge of Health & Safety Rules
• In good health, physically fit