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CTO Flat Europe Expert - Sinter Plants and Raw Material Yards

On-site in Asturias·Added 1 month ago (last checked 19 Oct)

ArcelorMittal

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Asturias
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Operational Experience at sinter plants (process, operation).
Sinter plant operations and processes
Raw material yard operations
Production processes and manufacturing operations
Performance analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
Maintenance and reliability principles
Process Safety management

Nice to have

· Technical leadership

· Influencing skills

· Stakeholder management

· Problem solving

· Process Safety expertise

· Strategic thinking

· Project management

· Autonomy and prioritization

· Proactive mindset

· Cross-functional collaboration

Languages

English: Professional proficiency.
Additional European languages considered an asset.

The role

CTO Flat Europe Expert - Sinter Plants and Raw Material Yards

The CTO Flat Europe Expert for Sinter Plants and Raw Material Yards is the recognized expert within Flat Europe for the sinter plant and raw material yard domain.

The role provides technical expertise and support to the plants with the objective of improving operational performance, strengthening process safety and contributing to the long-term sustainability of installations.

What you'll do

Develop a comprehensive understanding of production units' performance in order to identify and propose improvement plans.
Apply production and manufacturing process expertise to support operational performance improvement.
Mobilize maintenance and R&D expertise from across the organization to address operational challenges.
Support plants through on-site assignments.
Organize support missions and ensure delivery within agreed timelines.
Lead the Sinter Agora, defining and driving its work agenda with the approval of the department heads.
Act as a recognized technical authority within the sinter community.
Influence and inspire stakeholders without formal hierarchical authority.
Proactively identify issues and propose appropriate solutions.
Communicate effectively with all levels of the management chain within both the plants, up to COO level, and the CTO organization.
Work autonomously and independently prioritize activities and initiatives.
Act as the Process Safety expert within the sinter domain.
Facilitate Bow-Tie workshops to identify and define the barriers required to prevent risks from occurring or to minimize their consequences.
Advise plants on the implementation of these barriers.
Evaluate deviations from established standards (red flags).
Conduct audits.
Support plants in prioritizing corrective actions.
Contribute to the development of the vision and strategic plans for the sinter domain.
Work with plants to define multi-year investment plans aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of installations.
Support investment planning related to machinery, structures, and conveyor systems within raw material yard operations.
Participate actively with project teams in the definition and execution of capital investment projects in accordance with the CIPM methodology.
Represent CTO during the key project milestone reviews defined within the CIPM methodology.

How you'll work

Regular travel to Flat Europe plants.
On-site support missions.

Location

Location: Flexible within ArcelorMittal Europe Flat Products footprint (Belgium, France, Germany, Poland, France or Spain).

About ArcelorMittal

ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in over 60 countries and industrial operations in more than 15. The company produces a wide range of steel products for automotive, construction, packaging, and other industries, and is committed to sustainability through its goal of producing carbon-neutral steel by 2050. With a workforce of over 150,000 employees, ArcelorMittal is a global leader in the steel industry, headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg.

In Spain, ArcelorMittal has a significant industrial footprint, with major production facilities in Asturias (Gijón and Avilés), Vizcaya (Sestao), and other locations, as well as commercial and service offices. The company is one of the largest industrial employers in the country and offers opportunities for international professionals in engineering, supply chain, purchasing, and sales roles. Working at ArcelorMittal in Spain provides exposure to large-scale industrial operations and a multicultural environment, with Spanish and English commonly used in the workplace.

Industry: Steel
Founded: 2006
Employees: 100,000–200,000
Headquarters: Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
In Spain: Asturias (Gijón, Avilés), Vizcaya (Sestao), Burgos and 1 more
Website: corporate.arcelormittal.com

Good to know if you are moving

ArcelorMittal is a global company with a diverse workforce, and English is widely used in corporate and technical roles, making it accessible for international professionals.
Spain is a key production hub for ArcelorMittal, with major plants in Asturias and the Basque Country, offering opportunities in engineering and operations.
The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions and is developing innovative low-carbon steelmaking technologies, offering exciting challenges for engineers and sustainability professionals.
ArcelorMittal offers competitive compensation and benefits, and supports professional development through global training programs.
Spain offers a high quality of life, with a favorable climate, rich culture, and good infrastructure, making it an attractive destination for relocating professionals.

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