Service Contract Technician- S3

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

Job summary

A global supplier in mining solutions seeks a Technical Support professional in Middelburg, South Africa. The role entails providing technical support in mechanical maintenance, ensuring high reliability, and conducting preventive maintenance. Applicants should have a Grade 12 qualification, a valid Section 13 Trade Certificate, and five years of relevant mining experience. Key responsibilities include Risk Assessment and adherence to safety standards. This is an on-site role with a notice period of 20 working days.

Qualifications

• Must have Flameproof certification.
• Must have Gas Testing certification.
• 5 years relevant mining experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support in mechanical maintenance.
• Conduct Risk Assessments, Shift Reporting, and Incident Reporting.
• Follow quality and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Basic Computer literacy

English proficiency

Electrical Mechanical and Maintenance operations

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / N3 Technical Qualification

Section 13 Trade Certificate Millwright or Diesel Mechanic or Electrician

Job description

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, tunnelling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

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 December 2025

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.