Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the requirements. At Stegra, we're building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse and inclusive team to make it happen.

If you share our passion but don't meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect person for this role, or another as we grow.

At Stegra, we're not just building a plant, we're proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you.

Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go and create space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and living a balanced and meaningful life.

What you will do

Right now we are looking for a Refractory Lead for Refractories within our Refractory business in the Smelter. In this role you will report to our Refractory Manager, Tommy Almqvist. The team is responsible for overseeing all refractory operations within the Meltshop area, including EAF, LMF, RH and Caster. We will have two Refractory Leads employed in this area, one of which is already employed and we are now recruiting for the second lead. You will support each other in the daily work and share responsibilities between each other.

This role involves managing the day-to-day refractory operations, ensuring that refractory processes and equipment are operating efficiently and safely. As a Refractory Lead, you will support the Refractory Manager in teaching and mentoring the refractory staff in best performance and practices, monitoring and guiding in maintenance schedules, and ensuring that operations run according to plan.

Here are some examples of the daily responsibilities within the role of Refractory Lead:

• Teach and mentor new employees in the refractory area on how to install various refractory items and support them in growing into their respective roles as refractory operators.
• Support in troubleshooting and repair in EAF, LMF, RH and Caster area.
• Support the Refractory Manager in the coordination of maintenance and training activities and collaborate with other areas of production and automation teams.
• Ensure that safety standards and regulations for refractory materials are followed and met, support in conducting risk assessments and job descriptions.
• Assist the Manager of Refractory in building an effective team that collaborates and has high efficiency in operations within a multicultural work environment.
• Assist the Refractory Manager in interactions with suppliers.
• Maintain a safe environment, contribute to production and quality goals, and reduce the cost of refractories.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Refractory Lead who is very hands-on and well versed in the day-to-day refractory operations. Our ideal candidate is someone who has worked as an operator or leader with a primary focus on being part of installation and repair in refractories. This position is ideal for either someone who has worked as an operator and is looking to step into a more senior role with more of a leadership role, or a person who is already a manager/leader in refractories.

Responsibilities

• Long experience working with refractories
• Practical experience and high level of expertise in installing and repairing refractories with precision and efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols in heavy industrial environments.
• Familiarity with different types of refractories.
• Effective communication skills in a multicultural work environment.
• Knowledge and experience in reading drawings.

Personality Traits

We are looking for you to have the ability to quickly identify, analyze and resolve operational and equipment issues. You provide clear and inclusive communication across multicultural teams and with stakeholders, including suppliers and contractors. You are comfortable working in dynamic environments, managing varying operational requirements and adapting strategies to meet production goals. You are detail-oriented when it comes to ensuring safety standards, managing inventory, and performing meticulous installations to support efficient and safe operations.

What you will bring

You are curious and believe that real progress happens when we work together. You're not afraid to challenge old ways of thinking - and you treat others with respect while doing so. At Stegra, we value people who take initiative, build trust, and help create a workplace where everyone can do their best.

Specifically for our Refractory Lead, we want to see that you can check off some of the following statements:

• You enjoy working on hands-on projects
• You're comfortable in a learning role where you push others around you to improve in their work
• See solutions where others see problems
• If something breaks, you're one of the people who finds the solution

Benefits at Stegra

At Stegra, you'll work at a company where your work has a real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We are building a culture rooted in safety, trust and inclusivity, where people feel supported to grow and thrive.

You will receive a fair and competitive compensation in line with collective agreements, along with benefits such as up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help you through the process, whether it concerns permits, accommodation or other practical issues. You can also enjoy benefits like subsidized gym memberships and bike leasing, plus the everyday benefits of a life closer to nature.

This is Stegra

Stegra aims to transform the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron and steel - with the goal of eliminating carbon emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, which means our primary emissions will be water and heat.

By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tons of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitalized and sustainable plant in Boden, northern Sweden - which is currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.