Dispatch Worker - Cold End, Rolling Mill

About the role

SA Steelworks' Dispatch Department is looking for an experienced, committed and hardworking person to join its team in the Cold End / Dispatch Area of the Rolling Mill at the Airport Industria branch in Cape Town. The successful candidate plays an essential role in the dispatch operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and report on all problems or defective equipment.
• Assist the crane operator with loading of bundles.
• Maintain a neat, clean and safe work area in line with good housekeeping practice.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks, sweep the floor area and stack and sort dunnage.
• Provide general assistance where needed.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• May be asked to take part in ad hoc tasks depending on plant status or management needs, such as training tasks and relief duties.

Required profile

• Matric or equivalent with relevant experience.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a steel manufacturing or similar environment.
• Able to work overtime as determined by plant operational status.
• Reliable transport is essential.
• Very good general health with stamina.

Required skills

• Good understanding of operational machinery.
• Knowledge of plant environments, systems and emergency procedures.
• Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good housekeeping, reliability, teamwork and adaptability.