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:

To get customer satisfaction by installing, repairing, inspecting and commissioning service, considering economical and other aspects. Problem solving by using of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, operational or process problems; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately in different kinds of situations. Knowledge of the tasks, tools and procedures associated with providing technical support to the sales team and prospective customers.

Key Performance Areas:

Pre delivery inspections to ensure machine complies to OEM standards as well as order on works requirementsMachine testingOn-site commissioning of Machines which includes:Customer training on use of electronic and paper manualsHand over of commissioning data packMonitoring of machine over an appropriate period to ensure that it performs to OEM and   customer expectationsCommissioning report for Account Manager and Customer (Site Conditions, Asset Performance, Site Production/Maintenance Risks)Develop Smart ServicesProvide on-site technical assistance to resolve issues during commissioningProcess warranty claims in the event of any failure that occurs during PDI or CommissioningEnsure that machine delivers to OEM specified production standardsRoutine review of information packs that are supplied as part of commissioning to ensure they are technically appropriateAssist workshops/field service/Asset Agreement during times of low work load in commissioning teamMachine Audits

Your Profile:

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualificationTrade Certificate of Competence -  Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrical, Millwright,accompanied with proof of apprenticeship4 years experience with Mechanised Mining EquipmentUnderground mining environment, maintaining of earth moving equipmentValid drivers licenseFull physical & medical certificate to work in mining environment

Required Competencies:

Knowledge of Product LineEngineering Drawings and SchematicsUnderstand how to use Product ManualsComputer LiteracyEffective CommunicationCustomer InteractionEmployee Health and SafetyReport WritingFault FindingRoot Cause AnalysisAttention to DetailBusiness Acumen

Other:

This position will require extensive travelling and living out, and it will also require the incumbent to work occasional unplanned overtime.

How to apply:

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

Applications close: 29 January 2025

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 you an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for your 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