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, tunnelling 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.

Conducting preventive maintenance, performing corrective actions, supporting planning and preparation, monitoring outcomes, documentation (outcome, root cause, time, improvements).

Working in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Achieving maintenance targets.

Following quality and cleanliness standards.

Communicating of operational status and any deviations.

Following safety and housekeeping (5S) requirements.

Driving continuous improvements and development on a personal and operational level.

Profile Required

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification / Equivalent Qualification

Section 13 or 26D Trade Certificate, accompanied with proof of apprenticeship.

Basic Computer literacy

English proficiency

Relevant experience  in Flameproofing equipment’s (5 years)

Relevant mechanised Drive Train experience (5 years)

Relevant Experience in Assembly and commissioning of LHD machinery  (5 years)

Maintenance 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

Applications close: 28 June 2024

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.