Field Service Technician

Sandvik; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining equipment supplier is seeking a Field Service Technician in Rustenburg. The role includes installing, repairing, and providing technical support for equipment at customer sites. Candidates should have a trade certificate and at least 2 years of related experience. The company offers professional development opportunities and values diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as Field Service Technician in earth moving equipment.
• Full physical & medical certificate to work in mining.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, inspect and commission products and equipment.
• Provide technical support to the sales team.
• Document results of service actions.
• Suggest improvements for customer's equipment.

Skills

Fault finding

Electro hydraulic systems

Auto electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

PLC control

Remote control systems

English proficiency

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification

Trade Certificate of Competence (e.g., Diesel Mechanic)

Tools

Own set of tools

Job description

Overview

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

Get customer satisfaction by installing, repairing, inspecting and commissioning service, considering economical and other aspects. Problem solving by using approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, operational or process problems; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately in different kinds of situations. Knowledge of the tasks, tools and procedures associated with providing technical support to the sales team and prospective customers.

Main responsibilities

• Install, repair, inspect and commission products and equipment of different kind at customer site or own premises.
• Report and document results after above actions.
• Responsible for plan, conduct and maintain tools and equipment for service work.
• Support the customer’s product/equipment/processes by suggesting possible improvements.
• Provide technical support to the sales team.
• Provide problem solving to customer.
• Ability to produce positive results in sales-client interventions.
• Guide colleagues in service methods and tools.
• Share own knowledge to enable colleagues to expand their knowledge.

Your Profile

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• Trade Certificate of Competence, if possible Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrical, Millwright, accompanied by proof of apprenticeship.
• Minimum 2 year experience working as Field Service Technician with proven competence as Earth moving Equipment Technician in the above mentioned field
• Basic Computer literacy
• Own set of tools
• English proficiency
• Code 08 license
• Full physical & medical certificate to work in mining environment
• Experience in:
• Fault finding / electro hydraulic / auto electrical / hydraulic / PLC, remote control offerings
• Underground mining environment, maintaining of earth moving equipment

How To Apply

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

If you have any further queries, please contact us on 0800 331 331

Applications close: 07 November 2025

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 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