Manager - Hot finishing lines

Role OverviewThe Manager – Hot Finishing Lines will be responsible for the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the Hot Strip Rolling Line (HSRL) and Hot Skin Pass Mill (HSPM).The role will lead day-to-day operations, ensuring production targets, product quality, plant availability, yield, safety and cost objectives are achieved while driving continuous improvement across the operation.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day operation of the HSRL and HSPM to achieve production, quality, yield and plant availability targets.Manage and develop the Hot Finishing Lines team, including manpower planning, performance management and training.Ensure all safety procedures, operating standards and environmental requirements are followed.Monitor and improve production performance, plant efficiency and operating costs.Identify and implement technical and operational improvements to improve quality, productivity and efficiency.Monitor the use and consumption of raw materials, paint and other consumables and ensure effective cost control.Prepare and manage annual budgets, operational spares and consumables for the department.Work closely with Maintenance to maximise equipment reliability, safety and plant availability.Coordinate with Production Planning and Raw Material teams to ensure production targets are achieved.Investigate equipment, process and material-related problems and implement corrective actions.Support the resolution of customer complaints and ensure quality issues do not recur.Monitor KPIs and employee objectives and provide regular performance feedback.Maintain high standards of discipline, housekeeping and operational excellence.Key KPIsSafety / EHSS performanceProduction outputCapacity utilisationPlant availability and reliabilityYieldFixed and variable costsOn-stream factorFeedstock utilisationProduct qualityCustomer satisfactionSustainability and environmental complianceRequirementsDegree in Mechanical, Metallurgical or Electrical Engineering with approximately 7+ years of relevant flat steel rolling experience; orDiploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Operations with approximately 10+ years of relevant experience; orEquivalent qualification with approximately 12+ years of relevant flat steel rolling experience.Strong leadership experience managing production teams in a steel manufacturing environment.Strong technical knowledge of hot rolling processes and flat steel products.Good understanding of steel rolling technologies, production processes and customer requirements.Experience with production KPIs, cost control and operational budgets.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Experience with systems such as SAP, Q-Pulse and MS Office.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Fluent in written and spoken English.