Artisan Assistant - W1

Sandvik; Kgatelopele Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining solutions provider in South Africa is seeking a proactive maintenance assistant to support artisans with various tasks related to machine upkeep and breakdowns. The ideal candidate will possess a Grade 12 or N2 Technical Qualification and First Aid Level 1. Responsibilities include assisting with service activities, conducting visual inspections, and maintaining a clean workshop environment. Candidates with experience in mechanised mining equipment are preferred. A strong emphasis on teamwork and safety compliance is essential. Applications close on 18 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / N2 Technical Qualification / Equivalent Qualification.
• First Aid Level 1 is preferred.
• Relevant mechanised mining equipment experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist artisan with any service/breakdown related activity.
• Visual inspection of machines.
• Clean workshop, machine, tools, and equipment.
• Report hazardous conditions and acts.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Physical & Medical ability

Education

Grade 12 / N2 Technical Qualification

Job 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 assist Artisans in effective maintenance and breakdowns. This service is rendered to Sandvik Mining clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist artisan with any service/breakdown related activity
• Visual inspection of machines
• Clean workshop, machine, tools and equipment
• Follow workshop map
• Check wrapping & hoses
• Relay messages between operations
• Provide feedback to artisan on machine condition
• Comply with Sandvik Mining SHEQ management system and the Objectives and Targets set.
• Utilise correct tools
• Report Hazardous conditions and acts.
• Participate in Incident / accident investigations.
• Technical readings
• Work on scheduled and unplanned maintenance and breakdowns

Your Profile:

• Grade 12 / N2 Technical Qualification/ Equivalent Qualification
• English proficiency
• First Aid Level 1
• Relevant mechanised mining equipment experience (Advantageous)
• Physical & Medical ability to function in a workshop / underground environment
• Understanding of the necessity and value of teamwork; ability to work effectively as part of a team.

How to apply:

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers. Applications close: 18 December 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.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.