Automation Technician

Sandvik AB

Timika

On-site

IDR 66,960,000 - 133,920,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Sandvik AB in Papua, Indonesia, is hiring an Automation Technician responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems, PLCs, and instrumentation to ensure safe and efficient operations. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, system improvements, and collaboration with operations teams.

The candidate should have a minimum High School or D3 IT, with Auto Electric and IT software certifications, and at least 2 years of automation experience.

Qualifications

Minimum High School/ D3 IT or related field is required.
Auto Electric certification preferred.
IT software certification desired.

Responsibilities

Repairing and replacing parts, following instructions, and automating technical equipment.
Interpreting basic automation designs and maintenance manuals, assembling and disassembling to make necessary adjustments and alignments.
Carrying out maintenance tasks independently and checking the results, and monitoring equipment on the panel to detect issues.
Reporting and documenting work done according to procedures and work instructions.
Basic communication with customers and directing them to the responsible person.

Education

High School / D3 IT or related field

Tools

Auto Electric

IT software

Job description

Business Area: Mining

Job Category: Automation

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Freeport (Highland), Tembagapura, Papua, Indonesia

Automation Technician

Job Purpose

The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems, control equipment, PLCs, instrumentation, and related technologies to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The role supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities, identifies opportunities for system improvements, and works closely with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and enhance equipment performance.

Key Responsibilities

Repairing and replacing parts, following instructions, and automating technical equipment.
Interpreting basic automation designs and maintenance manuals, assembling and disassembling to make necessary adjustments and alignments.
Carrying out maintenance tasks independently and checking the results, as well as monitoring equipment operating on the panel to detect potential issues.
Reporting and documenting work done according to relevant procedures and work instructions.
Basic communication with customers – able to explain basic operational procedures and refer them to the responsible or relevant person.
Providing feedback to line managers/team leaders regarding equipment maintenance and service challenges during automation operations.
Giving limited guidance to level 1 trainees.
Ensuring all work procedures (using available tools) are carried out according to safety standards.
Preparing and carrying out all activities in accordance with rules, regulations, procedures, instructions, and SHEQ guidelines, while raising awareness, including reporting anomalies to others.

Position Requirements

Education