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

Provides technical support in mechanical maintenance. Maintains and improves machines and equipment to increase or maintain a high level of reliability, availability, cost efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical maintenance operations.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.

Profile Required

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification / Equivalent QualificationSection 13 or 26D Trade Certificate, accompanied with proof of apprenticeship.Basic Computer literacyEnglish proficiencyRelevant mining experience (5 years)Relevant mechanised mining experience (5 years)Underground/surface mining environmentMaintenance of earthmoving equipment in mining/construction environment

How to apply

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

 

Please note that, 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.