Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. The focus lies on bringing value to customers through high-performing products that increase productivity and safety as well as to provide services and flexible maintenance programs that extend uptime and cut costs. ​

The Role

Responsible for standard maintenance, faultfinding, repairing, inspecting, and commissioning service projects, taking customer and Sandvik framework and requirements into account.

Provides technical support and expertise in Mechanical or Electrical maintenance. Maintains and improves components, equipment, or systems to improve or keep high reliability, overall equipment values and cost efficiency

Key Performance Areas

Uses knowledge and experience to solve standard problems for customers

Coach customer technicians on basic servicing and maintenance principles

Service and Maintenance Technician

Responsible for the maintenance and repair on products and equipment

Work independently to solve standard problems.

Complete maintenance reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Mechanical or Electrical maintenance operations, to analyze, prepare, plan and carry out small to medium sized improvements on machines and equipment (major sized improvements if necessary).

If necessary, order and take lead on actions performed by contractors.  Preventive maintenance, perform corrective actions, supports planning and preparation, monitors outcome, documentation (outcome, root cause, time, improvements).

Work in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Achievement of maintenance targets.

Follow quality and cleanliness standards.

Communication of operational status and any deviations.

Safety and housekeeping (5S) requirements.

Continuous improvements and development on a personal and operational level.

Specific or expert competence within a specific area.

Profile Required

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification

4-6 Years Sandvik Equipment Experience

Relevant Trade Certification (Millwright, Electrician, Fitter, Diesel Mechanic)

Computer literacy will be advantageous

English proficiency

Underground Experience (advantageous)

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful; we however thank you for your interest in our company.

In Line with our EE Plan, HDSA (Historically disadvantaged South African) candidates will be given first preference.

Please note that you must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements. Attach vaccination certificate to application

We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.