Refractory Supervisor (AIC)

Job Title: Refractory Supervisor

Location: Pipavav, Gujarat/ Mangalore, Karnataka,/ Vishakhapatnam

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in refractory works .
• Must have experience in hot cold insulation and in-situ casting of cold insulation .
• Minimum Qualification: Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering.

Job Summary:

The Refractory Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the proper execution of refractory works, hot cold insulation, and in-situ casting of cold insulation in industrial projects. The role involves supervising refractory and insulation teams, ensuring work quality, maintaining safety protocols, and coordinating with engineers and contractors to meet project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Refractory Insulation Work Supervision

• Supervise the installation, repair, and maintenance of refractory linings in furnaces, boilers, kilns, and industrial equipment.
• Oversee the execution of hot cold insulation for pipelines, equipment, and structures.
• Ensure proper in-situ casting of cold insulation as per project requirements.
• Verify the correct selection and application of refractory materials such as fire bricks, castables, ceramic fiber, and insulating concretes.

2. Team Management Coordination

• Assign tasks and oversee the performance of refractory and insulation workers.
• Coordinate with project engineers, contractors, and site managers to meet project deadlines.
• Train workers on refractory installation techniques and safety practices.

3. Quality Control Compliance

• Inspect refractory and insulation works to ensure high-quality workmanship.
• Identify defects or failures in refractory linings and insulation systems and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, project specifications, and industry regulations (ASTM, API, ISO, BS codes) .

4. Safety Risk Management

• Enforce safety protocols for refractory works, hot cold insulation , and in-situ casting of cold insulation .
• Ensure workers follow proper safety procedures when working at height and handling refractory materials.
• Conduct safety briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments to mitigate hazards.

5. Documentation Reporting

• Maintain records of refractory materials, manpower, and project progress.
• Prepare and submit daily/weekly work reports to project management.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and clients regarding work progress and challenges.

Required Qualifications Skills:

• Educational Qualification: Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in refractory works, hot cold insulation , and in-situ casting of cold insulation .
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Hands-on experience with refractory materials (fire bricks, castables, ceramic fibers, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of insulation materials (PIR, PUR, rock wool, cellular glass, etc.).
  • Ability to read and interpret refractory and insulation drawings .
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and ability to supervise teams effectively.
  • Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Effective communication skills for coordinating with teams and management.

Preferred Experience:

• Work experience in oil gas, petrochemical, power plants, or industrial projects .
• Familiarity with thermal performance calculations and refractory testing procedures.

Benefits:

Accommodation and Transportation will be provided by the Company. .