Refractory Supervisor

Job Title: Refractory Supervisor Location: Vishakhapatnam Job Type: Full-time Experience Required: - Minimum 5 years of experience in refractory works . - Must have experience in hot & 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, 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. - Verify the correct selection and application of refractory materials such as fire bricks, castables, ceramic fibre, and insulating concretes. 2. Team Management & Coordination - Assign tasks and oversee the performance of refractory and insulation workers. - Coordinate with site teams to meet project deadlines. - Train and guide 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 , - 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 fibres, 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. Desired Experience: - Work experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, power plants, or industrial projects . - Familiarity with thermal performance calculations and refractory testing procedures. Accommodation and Transportation will be provided by the Company. Skills: refractory , Insulation Experience: 5.00-8.00 Years