Artisan Fitter - S2

Sandvik; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment supplier in Kempton Park seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to provide precision work on Drive Train Components. The role includes performing mechanical maintenance, preventive actions, and achieving maintenance targets. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 or N3 Technical Qualification, a Section 13 Trade Certificate, and have 3 to 5 years of relevant drifter experience. Basic computer literacy and English proficiency are also required. Interested applicants must apply online via the Sandvik website.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or N3 Technical Qualification required.
• Section 13 Trade Certificate with proof of apprenticeship needed.
• 3 to 5 years relevant drifter experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical maintenance operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective actions.
• Achieve maintenance targets and follow standard operating procedures.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance operations

Preventive maintenance

Communication of operational status

Drifter parts identification

Education

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification / Equivalent Qualification

Section 13 Trade Certificate

Tools

Basic Computer literacy

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

Provides precision work on Drive Train Components relating to dismantling, building and testing of different types of units. Maintain a high level of reliability, availability, cost efficiency and performance.

Key Performance Areas

• Mechanical maintenance operations.

• Preventive maintenance, perform corrective actions, supports planning and preparation, monitors outcome, documentation (outcome, root cause, time, improvements).

• Work in accordance with standard operating procedures.

• Achievement of maintenance targets.

• Follow quality and cleanliness standards.

• Communication of operational status and any deviations.

• Safety and housekeeping (5S) requirements.

• Continuous improvements and development on a personal and operational level.

Profile Required

• Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification / Equivalent Qualification

• Section 13 Trade Certificate (accompanied by apprenticeship contract or apprenticeship portfolio of evidence)

• Basic Computer literacy

• English proficiency

• Relevant drifter experience (3 to 5 years)

• Drifter parts identification and wearable part analysis.

How to apply

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

Applications close: 14 January 2026

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 thatare 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.