SANDVIK MINING & CONSTRUCTION TANZANIA LIMITED

ROCKTOOLS ASSISTANT – TARIME, TANZANIA

At Sandvik Mining & Construction Tanzania Limited (“SMCT”), we’re passionate about development and advanced technology, and we always aim to offer the best possible experience for our customers in a sustainable way. It’s a mission that takes commitment, but as an industry leader we aim for nothing but excellence in everything we do.

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Rock tools Assistant to join our team in Tarime. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery and documentation of drilling consumables, safe operation of delivery vehicles, sharpening bits, rebuilding of hammers, and responding to equipment breakdowns related to drilling consumables, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and operational optimization with site teams.

The role will report to the Rock tools Supervisor and be based in Tarime, Tanzania.

Purpose of the role:

To facilitate the Customer Service business in order to meet customer and business requirements. Delivery and Documentation of issued and exchanged drilling consumables to equipment.  Safely driving of Delivery vehicles to and from drilling locations, sharpening of bits, rebuilding of hammers and attending machine breakdown related to drilling consumables.

The job responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental and quality regulations and work safely to protect yourself and others.
• Ensure targets for re-sharps and rebuilds are met.
• Prepare, assemble, and inspect rock drilling tools (e.g., drill bits, rods, shanks) prior to dispatch or use.
• Ensure proper configuration of tools based on site or drilling requirements.
• Assist in ordering, receiving, and organizing inventory in compliance with company procedures.
• Conduct visual and basic mechanical inspections of used tools to assess wear and usability.
• Clean, lubricate, and prepare tools for re-use or return.
• Maintain accurate records of tool usage, wear rates, and maintenance.
• Report damages, shortages, or anomalies to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Assist in the coordination of tool returns and reconditioning schedules.
• Foster continued good relations with all clients to ensure ongoing business opportunities are forthcoming.
• On an ongoing basis, seek out and implement opportunities for continuous improvement within the operation domain.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements

• Secondary Education (Form IV School Leaving Certificate)
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in Mining
• Ability to work independently and perform  multiple tasks efficiently.
• Valid Tanzanian Driver’s License
• Knowledge of rock drilling tools and mining operations is an added advantage.

Other Requirements & Competencies

• Proficiency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of conscientiousness.
• Flexibility, self-reliance, and the ability to work independently as a proactive self-starter.

What is in it for you?

We offer you an interesting role in an international business environment, extraordinary products, great colleagues, and opportunities for your 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. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us better.

Application

Send your application as soon as possible as we will be evaluating candidates continuously, and no later than 04 July 2025. Read more about Sandvik Group and apply at home.sandvik/career.   

About us:

Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a leading supplier of equipment, tools, parts, service and solutions for processing rock and minerals in the mining and construction industries. Application areas include crushing and screening, breaking and demolition.