Drilling Equipment Maintenance Technician

Sandvik Group; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining supplier is seeking a technician to maintain and extend the life of GET equipment in South Africa. The role involves conducting drill rig evaluations, inspecting equipment according to OEM specifications, and performing scheduled maintenance. Candidates should have a valid code 10 driver's license with experience, and a GET Level 1 & 2 certificate is advantageous. This position promises a challenging yet rewarding environment in the mining industry.

Qualifications

• GET Level 1 & 2 certificate of competence is advantageous.
• Valid code 10 driver's license with 2+ years driving experience is required.
• Physical and medical capability for mining environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct drill rig evaluation to verify drilling parameters.
• Inspect and test GET equipment as per OEM standards.
• Identify faults on GET equipment and report them.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on hammers.
• Analyze Sandvik rock tools to determine failure causes.
• Complete failure analysis report for each examined tool.
• Conduct scrap analysis and investigations for premature failures.

Skills

GET Level 1 & 2 certificate of competence

Valid code 10 driver’s license

Physical and medical ability in mining environment

Job description

A leading global mining supplier is seeking a technician to maintain and extend the life of GET equipment in South Africa. The role involves conducting drill rig evaluations, inspecting equipment according to OEM specifications, and performing scheduled maintenance. Candidates should have a valid code 10 driver's license with experience, and a GET Level 1 & 2 certificate is advantageous. This position promises a challenging yet rewarding environment in the mining industry.