Mining Equipment Field Technician: Commissioning & Support

Sandvik AB; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Mining is seeking a skilled service technician to install, repair, inspect and commission mining equipment in Gauteng. You will perform pre-delivery and on-site testing, provide technical support to the sales team, and ensure OEM standards are met.

The role requires a Grade 12, a Trade Certificate of Competence (Diesel Mechanic/Auto Electrical/Millwright), 4 years of experience in mechanised mining equipment, and a valid Code 08 license. Travel and overtime are expected.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent required.
• Trade certificate qualifications in diesel mechanics, auto electrical or millwright.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with mechanised mining equipment.
• Experience in underground mining environments and earth-moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Pre delivery inspections to ensure OEM compliance and order-specific requirements.
• Machine testing and on-site commissioning.
• Provide customer training on use of manuals and commissioning data packs.
• Monitor machine performance post-commissioning to meet OEM and customer expectations.
• Prepare commissioning reports for Account Manager and Customer.
• Develop Smart Services offerings and provide on-site technical assistance.
• Process warranty claims arising during PDI or commissioning.
• Ensure machines meet production standards per OEM specs.
• Review information packs for technical accuracy.
• Support workshops/field service during low workload periods.
• Conduct machine audits.

Skills

Knowledge of Product Line

Engineering Drawings and Schematics

Product Manuals

Computer Literacy

Effective Communication

Customer Interaction

Employee Health and Safety

Report Writing

Fault Finding

Root Cause Analysis

Attention to Detail

Business Acumen

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Trade Certificate of Competence - Diesel Mechanic

Trade Certificate of Competence - Auto Electrical

Trade Certificate of Competence - Millwright

Job description

Sandvik Mining is seeking a skilled service technician to install, repair, inspect and commission mining equipment in Gauteng. You will perform pre-delivery and on-site testing, provide technical support to the sales team, and ensure OEM standards are met.

The role requires a Grade 12, a Trade Certificate of Competence (Diesel Mechanic/Auto Electrical/Millwright), 4 years of experience in mechanised mining equipment, and a valid Code 08 license. Travel and overtime are expected.