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

The Role: 

To plan, organise and lead strip downs and assessments on machine component failures and repairs, and to track failure trends for customers to improve on reliability and sustainability of components’ lifespan.

Key responsibilities: 

Assessments of components received by the stores from the customer and inspect and test machine components to identify reasons for component failure,  

• Analyse root cause failure and make recommendations to advise the customer on how to rectify or prevent future component failures. 

• Identify parts required for repairs for components and report any deviations and/or damage of machines and components 

• Update planning and tracking sheets to ensure traceability of all customer jobs 

• Compile arrival and failure reports for all components received from customers to generate a quotation for the customers. 

• Develop engineering solutions to repetitive failures and other problems that adversely affect machine components. 

• Report all deviations of repairs 

• Address and report all customer complaints and suggestions referring to machines' components 

• Perform visual inspections of rebuilds and component repairs with Artisans and Quality Controller to ensure compliance of OEM standard. 

• Identify quality defects in parts used and report to the Workshop Manager 

Profile required:  

• Matric/Grade 12 

• Trade Certificate in Fitting and Turning or Diesel Mechanic or Millwright 

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in trackless mobile machinery components. 

• Knowledge of root cause analysis, inspections and reporting on machinery components. 

• Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment 

• English proficiency 

• Valid equipment license for testing purposes would be advantageous 

• Valid crane license would be advantageous 

• Valid driver license 

How to apply:

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

Applications close: 06 February 2026

Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful. We, however, thank you for your interest in our company.​

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.