Field Technician at Sandvik

Westonaria Local Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation Equipment, Fault Finding, Electrohydraulic Systems, Auto Electrical, Hydraulics, PLCs, Remote-Control Systems, Mining Environment, Safety Regulations, Technical Support, Customer Communication, Maintenance Activities, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Work Schedule Management, Tool Maintenance

Industry

mining

Description

Sandvik Mining 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. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List. The Role To deliver high-quality service and technical support to our customers, coach colleagues and customer personnel with the aim of reducing downtime on customer machine availability. Key Performance Areas: Conduct your work in compliance with safety regulations and company policies to promote a safe work environment. Install, repair, inspect and commission automation equipment at customer site or company premises. Share knowledge and skills to enhance team skills. Report back to the relevant stakeholders on service activities and outcomes Advise on recommended maintenance and repair activities, equipment improvements, parts and services required to support customer’s product/equipment/processes. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to support backline key activities such as labour planning, parts forecasting and inventory optimisation etc. Communicate effectively with customers to understand their unique crushing and screening needs, and recommend solutions tailored to their applications. Provide support to backline in identifying and tailoring customer solutions. Diagnose and resolve equipment issues quickly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations. Plan own work schedule and manage any deviations or delays within the process. Maintain tools and equipment for service work. Your profile Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification Trade Certificate – Electrical/Millwright Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience on automation and Proximity Detection System (PDS) within the mining environment. At least 2years’ experience in: Fault finding, electrohydraulic systems, auto electrical, hydraulics, PLCs, and remote-control systems. Working in underground mining environments. Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment Computer literacy Own set of tools English proficiency Valid driver’s license How to apply Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers Applications close: 06 October 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. 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. When you join our global team you will find yourself inspired by the spirit of Sandvik and contribute to our purpose to advance the world through engineering. Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Our offerings cover the entire customer value chain and are based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions In 2024 the Group had approximately 41,000 employees and revenues of about 123 billion SEK in about 150 countries within continuing operations. Sandvik at a glance

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality service and technical support to customers while minimizing downtime on customer machines. Install, repair, inspect, and commission automation equipment at customer sites or company premises.