Technical Advisor

Sandvik Group; Timika; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining solutions provider seeks a Technical Advisor for its operations in Papua Province, Indonesia. The role requires extensive experience in the underground mining industry, particularly with Sandvik's drill and bolting equipment. The successful candidate will provide technical support and mentor local staff. Competitive salary, benefits, and options for roster are offered in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Globally competitive salary

Site and travel allowances

Options for roster including 6:2, 8:3 or residential

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience in underground mining.
• Strong understanding of underground drilling and bolting principles.
• Training experience or qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Sandvik underground drills and bolter products.
• Organize feedback on reliability issues of the fleet.
• Mentor the local workforce on maintenance standards.

Skills

Customer service skills

Technical support experience

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulics systems

Tools

Sandvik underground drill and bolting equipment

Job description

We are a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying.

It’s an exciting time to join Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology. The industry is being revolutionized through digitalization, electrification, and material development – and we’re driving significant shifts, advancing the world through our engineering. We also have our eyes set on sustainability and have ambitious goals in the areas of climate, circularity, people, and Fair Play – this helps us to keep focus on building even more sustainable business.

The role

We currently have opportunities for qualified technicians to join our team as Technical Advisors based in the Freeport Indonesia - Grasberg Block Cave mines located in the Papua Province, Indonesia.

The opportunity is well suited for those with strong customer‑centric and technical support experience for Sandvik underground drill and bolt equipment.

You will be a key member of an established team and drive the reliability and availability of the underground mining fleet while supporting a zero-harm safety culture.

The opportunity will see you:

• Providing technical support on a fleet of Sandvik underground drills and bolter products including Axera 6‑8, DD431, Solo’s, Commando, Cable bolters, Secondary Breaking Drills, and other UG utility equipment such as Rock Breakers and Getman Mixers.
• Organizing and providing feedback on any reliability related issues or concerns regarding the fleet.
• Aiding Service Personnel as required on technical issues and spare parts concerns.
• Support the principles to mentor and upskill the local workforce in best‑practice service and maintenance standards with a focus on safe work practices.
• Collaborate with General Manager and Technical Support Manager for EHS initiatives, training needs, and specific customer requirements.
• Actively driving the adaption of new technology by Service Personnel including improving process and procedures through digitalization.

Your profile

To be successful in this position you must be trade qualified or have similar qualifications disciplined in mechanical, electrical and hydraulics systems.

You will have extensive experience in a similar role in the underground mining industry with a minimum of seven years’ experience maintaining Sandvik underground drill and bolting equipment. Importantly, you will have a strong understanding of underground drilling and bolting principles and practices combined with deep working knowledge of the Sandvik product range.

In addition to your expert technical knowledge, you will have good communication and customer service skills and the ability to build long term relationships. Training experience or qualifications will be looked upon favorably. Our vision of zero-harm for our people, the environment we work in, our customers and our suppliers, is shared by you.

What is in it for you?

• A globally competitive salary with benefits including site and travel allowances.
• All required work permits and visas
• Options for roster including 6:2, 8:3 or residential
• Versatile and interesting tasks in international business environment, as well as the opportunity to develop your own professional skills and career.
• Be part of a global leader that is shaping the future of the Mining Industry in sustainable ways.

About us

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group with approximately 44,000 employees and sales in about 150 countries. We have a strong focus on enhancing customer productivity, profitability and sustainability through our unique expertise and solutions for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries. Our offering covers their value chains and is based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and a deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions.

We have a long history of ethical and responsible business conduct, which has played a significant role in the global success of our company for 160 years. We conduct business in a sustainable and responsible manner, are committed to creating safe and healthy workplaces and delivering the industry’s safest products and services.

We are proud to shape the future of our industry in close collaboration with our customers and partners. We believe in an inclusive, equal, and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results.