Steelplant Operator

at  Stegra

Do you want a future-proof career and contribute to the green transition in Norrbotten? We offer you the opportunity to work in an inclusive and equitable environment with state-of-the-art equipment at our new green steel factory. We are looking for enthusiastic and skilled operators to join our team at the new facility. Here, you will have the chance to work with advanced technology in an inclusive and equal workplace. As an operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our production lines operate optimally.
About Stegra
Founded in 2020, Stegra (formerly H2 Green Steel) was created with the purpose to decarbonize hard-to-abate industries. Construction of our first project – an integrated plant producing green hydrogen, green iron, and green steel – is well underway in Boden, Sweden. Slashing emissions using green hydrogen and renewable electricity, we’re starting a clean industrial revolution. Steel is just the beginning.
We are building a diverse and rapidly growing team spread across our site and offices in Boden and Stockholm, targeting close to 1500 employees by the end of 2025. Together, we focus on delivering green impact – for our people, customers, investors, society, and planet.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance on our production lines.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and other production personnel to identify and communicate improvements.
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Read and update technical documentation as needed.
• Inspect components to detect wear, vibrations, or inadequate lubrication.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electromechanical components.
• Repair and replace equipment.
• Contribute to the optimization of maintenance programs and continuous improvement.
• Train others in specific maintenance tasks.
• Evaluate the need for spare parts for the equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards and a safe work environment together with the team.
• Ensure safe working conditions with Lock Out, Tag Out procedures during repairs and inspections.
  Specific Key Accountabilities:

Caster:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on continuous caster equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment specific to casting processes.
• Collaborate closely with production operators to improve casting efficiency.

Meltshop:

• Conduct maintenance on Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) and other meltshop equipment.
• Focus on troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems associated with melting processes.
• Work with the team to optimize processes for steel production.

Hot Mill:

• Maintain and repair rolling mill equipment.
• Focus on mechanical maintenance of hot rolling processes and related equipment.
• Collaborate with the rolling team to ensure optimal operation.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• Relevant education in mechanics or a similar field.
• Experience from the steel production industry is highly sought.
• Ability to operate under limited supervision for non-routine situations.
• Advanced knowledge of operational processes and tools.
• Good command of English; Swedish is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.
• Ability to work on rotating shifts.
  Preferred Qualifications:

Caster:

• Documented experience with continuous casting systems and familiarity with casting techniques.

Meltshop:

• Previous experience in the steel melting industry, specifically with EAF or related technology.

Hot Mill:

• Strong knowledge of hot rolling fundamentals and relevant operational processes.
• Experience working with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Documented qualifications in workplace environment and safety.
• Ability to develop work methods and support the operations supervisor when needed.

Research shows that women and other under-represented groups within our industry hesitate to apply unless they tick most boxes of a role description. At Stegra, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core.
We need a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team to rally behind our purpose of de-carbonizing hard-to-abate industries, starting with steel. So, if you are equally passionate about our purpose yet concerned that your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the qualifications stated in the job advert, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate, either for this role – or for another upcoming role in our rapidly growing business

Please refer the Job description for details