Standards and Methods Specialist

Sandvik; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Mining in South Africa seeks a specialist to lead the development and governance of operational standards across Workshop and Technical operations. You will standardise processes, ensure compliance, and drive improvements in safety, quality and cost performance.

The role requires experience in industrial engineering, process improvement and technical standards, with strong data analysis, report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 7) is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Industrial Engineering, Process Improvement, QA or Technical Standards Management.
• Experience in mining, heavy equipment, engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and continuous improvement capability.
• Technical report writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, implement and maintain controlled testing protocols and related technical standards.
• Translate ISO and Sandvik standards into clear local operating requirements.
• Analyse workshop workflows to identify risk, waste, variation and cost-saving opportunities.
• Plan and conduct process audits, workplace observations and compliance reviews, closing actions.
• Lead investigations using evidence and data to identify root causes and priorities.
• Develop implementation plans, training and competence checks for new methods.

Skills

Process analysis

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Technical report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft 365

Data analysis

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 / Equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering (NQF 7)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier of 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 recognised on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role:

To provide specialist leadership in the development, governance, implementation and continuous improvement of operational standards, work methods, testing protocols and process assurance frameworks across Workshop and Technical operations. The role ensures that processes are standardised, compliant and efficient, while supporting improvements in safety, quality, reliability, productivity and cost performance.

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop, review, implement and maintain controlled testing protocols, work methods, Planned Task Observations, Safe Work Procedures and related technical standards.
• Translate applicable legislation, International Organisation for Standardisation requirements and Sandvik global standards into clear local operating requirements.
• Analyse workshop workflows and controls to identify operational risk, waste, variation, rework and cost-saving opportunities, and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Plan and conduct process audits, method assessments, workplace observations and compliance reviews, and monitor corrective actions through to verified closure.
• Lead or support incident, failure and root-cause investigations, using evidence and operational data to identify recurring issues and improvement priorities.
• Develop implementation plans, communication, training and competence checks for new or revised methods, and coach stakeholders on the correct application of standards.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and evidence-based recommendations, maintain document integrity and version control, and provide technical advisory support to management and cross-functional stakeholders.

Your Profile:

• Grade 12 / Equivalent Qualification
• Relevant Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7), preferably in Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Industrial Engineering, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance, or Technical Standards Management
• Experience within mining, heavy equipment, engineering, or manufacturing environments
• Experience conducting operational audits, investigations, and root-cause analyses
• Experience implementing process improvement and change management initiatives
• Knowledge of ISO standards and relevant legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Strong process analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capability
• Technical report writing and stakeholder engagement skills
• Computer literacy (Microsoft 365) and data analysis/reporting skills
• Valid driver's licence

Advantageous:

• Trade Certificate in Millwright, Fitting, Electrical, or Diesel Mechanic
• Internal Auditor certification
• Lean, Six Sigma, or recognised Root Cause Analysis training
• Practical Trackless Mining Machine (TMM) exposure and failure analysis experience

Applications close: 22 October 2026

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programmes that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity, with the best outcome for every individual and 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 and development, career opportunities and an open job market, and a safe and fair work environment.