Casting Operator - Billet Caster

About the role

Emirates Steel Industries is looking for a Casting Operator in Abu Dhabi. The operator implements and carries out the ladle teeming operation in the SMP1 Caster, following the instructions of the Supervisor and the requirements of the Emirates Steel Quality System (QS) program.

Key responsibilities

• Perform casting duties assigned by the Supervisor according to production requirements.
• Ensure sufficient availability of casting consumables and tools, and that safety precautions in the machine are working and the company safety policy is followed.
• Keep the casting work area clean and free of obstacles, and confirm machine readiness for each new casting sequence.
• Follow instructions for replacing mould assemblies and radioactive sources, and comply with operational policies and procedural requirements.
• In an emergency, cooperate with the Casting Supervisor and follow the specified work instructions.
• Train new employees and coordinate with Crane Drivers and Billet Handling Controllers on billet quality, and with the EAF/LF and Refractories teams to optimise plant productivity.

Required profile

• Higher Secondary School or ITI qualification.
• At least 3-5 years of experience as a Casting Operator in a steel plant; around 5 years in a billet caster industry is recommended.
• Preferred: professional training in casting and continuous casting operations.

Required skills

• Sufficient technical knowledge of casting and casting parameters.
• In-depth knowledge of steel making and continuous casting operations.
• Ability to cut with oxy-cutting and weld.