Technical Specialist - Training

Sandvik; Surrey; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining solutions company is seeking a Technical Specialist – Training to provide advanced technical expertise and lead training programs. In this role, you'll design and deliver technical training, mentoring technicians while ensuring safety and compliance. The ideal candidate holds a technical degree with at least 5 years of experience and possesses excellent organizational and communication skills. Competitive benefits and a supportive culture await you in this impactful position.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Pension plan with matching

Ongoing development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of technical experience required.
• Ability to transfer knowledge and train others.
• Strong investigation and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced technical guidance and leads training sessions.
• Designs and delivers technical training programs.
• Captures field feedback for training materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical expertise

Coaching skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (French and English)

Customer relations

Education

2-year Technical Degree/Diploma in mechanical discipline

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Sandvik Mining is seeking an

Technical Specialist – Training

Location: Greater Sudbury, ON (Lively)

At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

Currently, we have an opening for a position as an Technical Specialist - Training. The Technical Specialist – Training provides advanced technical expertise while leading training, coaching, and knowledge transfer across the organization. This role translates complex technical issues into structured training, technical guidance, and best practices, working closely with Learning & Competency, HR, and cross-functional teams to strengthen front-line capability and reduce repeat issues.

Are you highly organized and detail-oriented, with a passion for managing training programs, maintaining compliance, and supporting employee development? We want to hear from you!

While searching for the best opportunity for yourself today, we are already thinking ahead of your future tomorrow. So now we challenge you to take it one step further and apply!

What you will be doing

• Acts as a Technical Specialist and subject matter expert, providing advanced technical guidance and leading training sessions
• Designs and delivers technical training programs, including new product and system updates
• Provides coaching and mentoring to technicians, front line support teams, and customers
• Supports first line escalations with a focus on knowledge transfer and issue prevention
• Serves as a link between factory, Product Masters, and Sales Areas to ensure consistent technical knowledge
• Captures field feedback and incorporates insights into training materials and technical documentation
• Strengthens front line technical capability, reducing repeat issues and improving safety outcomes
• Co‑ordinates closely with Learning & Competency, HR, and cross‑functional departments to align technical training, capability development, and workforce needs

Environmental Health and Safety

• We are ethical and compliant, dedicated to health, safety, and sustainability. We put health and safety first!

What you will bring along

• A 2-year Technical Degree/Diploma in a mechanical discipline (ex: HD Equipment, Electrician).
• Minimum 5 years of technical experience.
• Training in key aspects of technical and operator trades.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal skills including detailed site visit reports.
• Bilingual in both French and English is considered an asset.
• Ability to train and transfer knowledge to others.
• Flexible, self‑motivated, and driven to achieve customer satisfaction, goals, and targets.
• Strong investigation and diagnostic skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Knowledge of customer’s industry.
• Superior customer relations and active listening skills.
• Ability to travel is essential.
• Positive attitude.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• The opportunity to make an impact on our Divisions’ performance.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits as well as ongoing development and training.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open‑minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer‑focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

How to Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Technical Specialist – Training, requisition # R0086600; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from members of equity‑seeking communities including women, racialised 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 to applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact [e-mail] for more information.