Artisan Millwright - S2

Sandvik; Lydenburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to provide technical support and ensure high reliability and performance of equipment. The role involves preventive maintenance, monitoring outcomes, and achieving maintenance targets in a safety-focused environment. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong background in mining.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant mining experience.
• 5 years relevant mechanised mining experience.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance operations.
• Preventive maintenance and corrective actions.
• Achievement of maintenance targets.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification

Section 13 or 26D Trade Certificate

Job description

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions 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. The focus lies on bringing value to customers through high-performing products that increase productivity and safety as well as to provide services and flexible maintenance programs that extend uptime and cut costs.

The Role

Provides technical support in mechanical maintenance. Maintains and improves machines and equipment to increase or maintain a high level of reliability, availability, cost efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 or 26D Trade Certificate, accompanied with proof of apprenticeship.
• Basic Computer literacy
• English proficiency
• Relevant mining experience (5 years)
• Relevant mechanised mining experience (5 years)
• Underground/surface mining environment
• Maintenance of earthmoving equipment in mining/construction environment
  
  

How To Apply

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

Application closing date: 20 May 2025

Please note that you must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment.

We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.