Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Operations Field Support – Cobar NSW

Our Company and Culture

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has approximately 44,000 employees in more than 150 countries.

We conduct business in a sustainable and responsible manner. To achieve this, we always act in line with our high ethical standards, putting safety first and always showing consideration for the environment and the communities in which we operate. The safety and well-being of our employees and the environment are our core values. Finally, we care about others and build relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust.

At Sandvik, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The role

We are a seeking motivated and customer focused individual for the role of Operations Field Support. The role is based at our client mine site and will see you engaged in direct customer service and Rock Tools (ROTO) operational/coordination activities.

As an Operations Field Support, you will be required to perform all necessary daily activities that are associated with servicing of a Sandvik rock tool supply Cost Per Meter contract, including compliance with all relevant operating procedures and policies, work scopes and contract documents.

This is a Rock Tools Contract at Tritton Copper Operations Mine – We are open to take applications for candidates living in the greater area. This position is DIDO. Accommodation and food are provided at the Bushcraft Café, situated 20 minutes away in the township of Girilambone.

Areas of responsibility

Perform all the required duties to meet the Sandvik Scope of Works as outlined in the Position Description including: -

• Training and Coaching
• Managing drilling consumables inventories to drill sites
• Undertaking daily deliveries and stock replenishment to sites (Underground and Surface)
• Undertaking deliveries and stock replenishment to site surface lay down yards and underground
• Analysing and reporting on drilling consumable performance, condition, and failures
• Positively engaging with our client’s mining operators
• Administration of Products Usage and Contract Requirements
• EHS Requirements
• Repairs and reconditioning of hammers
• Timely data entry and record keeping

Essential requirements

• Valid Manual (C Class) Driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a Police clearance.
• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 40kgs.
• Right to work in Australia.
• Roster reliability (7 days on/7 days off – 12-hour days)
• Fitness / Capacity for work assessment (employment medicals arranged by Sandvik required), including a Fitness, Drug & Alcohol test.
• High Customer focus and positive service orientation and attitude
• Able to perform independently and in teams.
• Adaptable and resilient.

Your profile

You will preferably have experience working underground around heavy equipment and hold current inductions.  You must have a strong safety commitment as well as excellent customer service and communication skills. Knowledge of on-site service contracts, underground mining, and familiarity with Sandvik drilling products would also be favourable.

You will have aptitude for learning and the ability to engage in labour intensive work; you have receptiveness to training and guidance; safety behaviours; and effective communication and collaboration skills. These will be the foundation of your progression to the ROTO activities you will be required to perform.

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the rights to work in Australia to apply for this job.

What we offer

• A rewarding career with diverse opportunities
• An Employee Benefits Program including salary sacrifice options
• Options for additional superannuation contribution (2.5% above the superannuation guarantee)
• Company Performance Bonus scheme
• Length of Service Recognition program
• Company funded paid parental leave
• Extensive training and development opportunities

Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Annaliese Fisher

For further information - annaliese.fisher@sandvik.com