Artisan Bridge Operative

Sandvik; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining equipment supplier is seeking an Artisan Bridge Operative in Johannesburg. The role involves 12 months of training on equipment maintenance and rebuilding, requiring a Grade 12 qualification with Mathematics and Science and an N2 Engineering qualification. Candidates should have a trade certificate and be physically fit for a mining environment. Apply through the provided online platform by February 2, 2026, to be considered.

Qualifications

• Valid Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Science or equivalent.
• Minimum N2 Engineering Studies is required.
• Must hold a Section 13 Trade Certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Observe employment agreement conditions.
• Attend and perform work as directed.
• Work toward achieving training competencies.

Skills

Mathematics

Science

Millwright skills

Electrical skills

Training ability

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

N2 Engineering Studies

Section 13 Trade Certificate

Certificate of Competency

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.

As an Artisan Bridge Operative, you invest your time, energy, and work into your product training, and on the job experience in mining machines rebuild and maintenance. As a qualified artisan, you will be given training on Sandvik Products and experience for 12 Months that will enable you to be competitive in the mining industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe the conditions of the relevant employment agreement or award.

• Attend and perform work as directed.

• Behave in a courteous and professional manner.

• Obey all lawful instructions.

• Work toward achieving the competencies of the training plan.

• Undertake training and assessment as required under the training plan.

• Keep the training record and produce this when required.

Profile Required

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Science or equivalent qualification.

• Minimum N2 Engineering Studies is compulsory.

• Qualified Millwright

• Electricians will be considered carefully

• Section 13 Trade Certificate /Section 26D Trade Certificate with POE/ Proof of Modules /Proof of Apprenticeship is compulsory.

• Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements. Attach vaccination certificate to the application.

Please include the above documents on your application.

Candidates from the following areas or operations may apply.

• Gauteng / Mpumalanga / Limpopo / Northern Cape / Northwest

How to apply

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

Applications close: 2 February 2026

Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, consider your application as 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.