Heavy Duty Mechanic - Underground Mining Equipment

Sandvik; Newfoundland; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid as per provincial standards

Tool reimbursement program

Competitive health benefits

Paid training and development

Company vehicle

Company cellphone

Job summary

Sandvik is seeking a Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic to join their Field Service team in Newfoundland. This permanent role offers ample overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and pension plans.

The successful candidate will conduct inspections, repairs, and equipment commissioning, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. A valid driver’s license and legal eligibility to work in Canada are required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with mining equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues.
• Proficiency in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment and diagnose faults.
• Adjust and repair defective parts.
• Commission new equipment and train customers.

Skills

Diagnostic abilities

Communication skills

Electrical schematics interpretation

Hydraulic schematics interpretation

Education

Relevant trade certification

Red Seal certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role Overview

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Field Service team in Newfoundland.

Schedule: 14‑14 (subject to change). Permanent and stable opportunity with a respected and growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for proper performance and diagnose faults and malfunctions.
• Adjust, repair, and replace defective parts, components, or systems according to scope of work.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure operational performance.
• Commission new equipment and train customers on operations.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete accurate time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists.
• Stay current with industry developments, product developments, and technical best practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Environmental, Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with safety policies and applicable regulations.
• Identify and report unsafe work habits, incidents, and near misses.
• Perform risk assessments (Take Five) prior to each task.
• Maintain hand tools, equipment, and orderly work area; ensure housekeeping requirements are met.
• Attend EH&S related trainings.
• Wear required PPE for each task.

Benefits

• Ample opportunity for overtime paid as per provincial standards.
• Tool reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive compensation package including pension plan with matching.
• Competitive health, dental, life, and disability benefits.
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• Company vehicle (depending on assignment).
• Company cellphone.
• Support from experienced technicians across the globe.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade certification (Red Seal considered an asset).
• At least 3 years of related experience with mining equipment.
• Experience with equipment operations considered an asset.
• Common Core training considered an asset.
• Proficiency in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical issues with mining equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally and across Canada as required.
• Ability and willingness to work varied shifts as required.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals belonging to equity‑seeking groups, including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions. We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier‑free experience for applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. For more information, please contact [e-mail].