Field Service Technician

Sandvik; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in rock processing is seeking a Service Technician to deliver high-quality service and technical support for Crushing & Screening equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Trade Certificate, a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, and be physically fit for the mining environment. Responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment alongside collaboration with stakeholders. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Crushing & Screening equipment.
• At least 3 years' experience in fault finding, electrohydraulic systems, and hydraulics.
• Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct work in compliance with safety regulations.
• Install, repair, and commission Crushing & Screening products and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment issues quickly and efficiently.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Crushing & Screening equipment

Fault finding

Electrohydraulic systems

Auto electrical

Hydraulics

PLCs

Remote-control systems

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification

Trade Certificate - Millwright

Tools

Own set of tools

Job description

Sandvik Rock Processing Solutionsis a global leader in equipment, tools, parts, and services for rock and mineral processing in mining and infrastructure.

Our solutions—ranging from crushing and screening to breaking and demolition— and are designed to boost productivity, enhance safety, and reduce operational costs.

The Role

To deliver high-quality service and technical support to our customers, coach colleagues and customer personnel with the aim of reducing downtime on customer machine availability.

Key Performance Areas

• Conduct your work in compliance with safety regulations and company policies to promote a safe work environment.
• Install, repair, inspect and commission Mobile and Stationary Crushing & Screening products and equipment at customer site or company premises.
• Share knowledge and skills to enhance team skills.
• Report back to the relevant stakeholders on service activities and outcomes.
• Advise on recommended maintenance and repair activities, equipment improvements, parts and services required to support customer's product / equipment / processes.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to support backline key activities such as labour planning, parts forecasting and inventory optimisation etcmunicate effectively with customers to understand their unique crushing and screening needs, and recommend solutions tailored to their applications.
• Provide support to backline in identifying and tailoring customer solutions.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment issues quickly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
• Use CRM system, to report back on customer site visits, capture and / or update information pertaining thereto.
• Plan own work schedule and manage any deviations or delays within the process.
• Maintain tools and equipment for service work.

Your profile

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• Trade Certificate - Millwright
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Crushing & Screening equipment.
• At least 3 years' experience in : Fault finding, electrohydraulic systems, auto electrical, hydraulics, PLCs, and remote-control systems.
• Working in underground mining environments.
• Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment.
• Computer literacy
• Own set of tools
• English proficiency
• Valid driver's license

How To Apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website. Applications close : 30 September.

• 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.We offer you an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for your 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.