Junior Manager: Engineer Metallurgy /Chemical, Iron Making, Vanderbijlpark (M4-B)

Listing reference: arcmt_000878

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 24 March 2026

Job category: Manufacturing, Building and Manual Work

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels. At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.

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ArcelorMittal is recruiting for a Junior Manager Metallurgy / Chemical Engineer to be based in Vanderbijlpark

• Oversee Blast Furnace operation
• Supervision of a team to ensure that Blast Furnace throughput and yield objectives are achieved
• Ensure plant availability according to set standards
• Organize and implement shutdowns and breakdowns
• Identify and resolve problems
• Ensure shift checklists are completed and filled
• Continuous Improvement of work methods and productivity
• Communication with all Blast Furnace personnel and related functions to ensure effective production
• Responsible for scheduling training for subordinates
• Manage time and attendance of employees
• General management of SHERQ (Toolbox talks, cardinal rules, HIRA, task observations, permit to work)
• Responsible to ensure that 8.2 requirements according to the OSH Act are adhered to
• Assist with implementation and adherence to fatality prevention standards
• Ensure that shift has all required PPE as prescribed
• Review and address safe working procedures for specific tasks
• General review of SOP's with shift
• Review induction material for the area
• Log of pivot incidents
• Incident investigation
• General housekeeping and appearance of the area

• 5 years' experience in Blast Furnace Operations
• Workplace assessor experience will be an added advantage

• Leadership and coaching abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Customer orientated
• Knowledge of the health and safety policy