Role Overview
Responsible for the
direct supervision and execution of refractory installation works
in large-scale industrial projects (ammonia, methanol, petrochemical). This is a
hands-on field supervision role , focused on daily crew management, installation quality, and safety compliance. Key Responsibilities
Site Supervision
Supervise daily refractory activities on site Ensure work follows:
approved procedures safety requirements quality standards
Monitor productivity and resolve issues in real time Manage material handling, including temperature-sensitive materials Planning & Control
Plan daily and weekly activities Maintain a 4-week lookahead schedule Ensure availability of:
materials equipment workforce
Monitor installation productivity and take corrective actions Provide input on progress, manpower, and costs Team & Subcontractor Management
Assign daily tasks to crews Lead pre-job briefings (safety + quality focus) Supervise subcontractors at the work front Act as main point of contact for field teams Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with API standards (936, 560, 975, 982) Monitor:
installation quality inspections and tests documentation and as-built data
Control curing and dry-out processes Ensure correct placement of monitoring equipment Interfaces & Reporting
Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, welding, scaffolding)



Report daily to the Refractory Installation Manager Support daily reporting and anticipate site issues HSE (Safety)
Enforce strict safety practices on site Conduct HSE inspections and intervene when needed Ensure proper PPE usage Verify lifting operations compliance Requirements
Education
Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or related Extensive field experience may substitute formal education Experience
Minimum 5 years in refractory works At least 2 years in a supervisory role Strong experience with:
furnaces reformers reactors
Technical Skills
Expertise in:
castables gunning materials firebrick installation
Ability to read refractory drawings and expansion joints Strong knowledge of API 936 and related standards Languages
English (mandatory) Spanish (highly beneficial) Other languages are a plus Soft Skills
Strong field leadership Clear communication with crews Problem-solving under pressure Ability to manage diverse teams Physical Requirements
Ability to work on-site in demanding conditions Comfortable with:
scaffolding confined spaces (furnaces, vessels)
What They Offer
International project exposure Multicultural environment Continuous training Competitive salary & benefits Quick Take
Strongly field-oriented, hands-on role Focused on supervision rather than management Adecuado for specialists in refractory installation High technical depth but limited strategic scope

📌 Refractory works supervisor mexico (Guanajuato)
🏢 Luza Group
📍 Guanajuato