Service Contract Technician - S3

Sandvik; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

An international equipment and tools supplier in Durban seeks a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to provide technical support in maintaining and improving machines to enhance reliability and efficiency. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, at least 5 years of mining experience, and be medically fit to work in a demanding environment. The role requires effective preventive maintenance and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant mining experience required.
• Must have a valid Car Drivers license.
• Need to be medically fit to work in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in mechanical maintenance.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance actions.
• Monitor operational outcomes and documentation.

Skills

Electrical Mechanical and Maintenance operations

Preventive maintenance

Risk Assessments

Basic Computer literacy

Relevancy in mining experience

Education

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification

Section 13 Trade Certificate (Millwright, Diesel Mechanic or Electrician)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

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, tunnelling 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

• Electrical Mechanical and Maintenance operations.
• Preventive maintenance, perform corrective actions, support planning and preparation, monitors outcome, documentation (outcome, root cause, time, improvements).
• Conduct Risk Assessments, Shift Reporting, and Incident Reporting.
• Work in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Achievement of Key performance indicators.
• Follow quality and cleanliness standards.
• Communication of operational status and any deviations.
• Safety and housekeeping (5S) requirements. Comply with all Safe operation practices.
• Continuous improvements and development on a personal and operational level.
  
  

Profile Required

• Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification / Equivalent Qualification
• Section 13 Trade Certificate Millwright, Diesel Mechanic or Electrician this must be accompanied by proof of Training / Modules/POE/Proof of apprenticeship
• Basic Computer literacy, Microsoft Excel, word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• English proficiency
• Must have Flameproof
• Must have Gas Testing
• Relevant mining experience (5 years)
• Underground mining environment in the production section
• Will be required to work shifts and be away from home for the duration of the shift.
• Need to be medically fit
• Must have a valid Car Drivers license
• Must have own transport
  
  

Notice Period

Notice period on all positions is 20 working days from date of resignation, unless otherwise agreed to by managers.

How To Apply

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

Applications close: 29 August 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.