Job Opportunities at Sandvik

• As an Artisan Bridge Operative, you invest your time, energy, and work into your product training, and on the job experience in mining machines rebuild and maintenance. As a qualified artisan, you will be given training on Sandvik Products and experience for 12 Months that will enable you to be competitive in the mining industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe the conditions of the relevant employment agreement or award.
• Attend and perform work as directed.
• Behave in a courteous and professional manner.
• Obey all lawful instructions.
• Work toward achieving the competencies of the training plan.
• Undertake training and assessment as required under the training plan.
• Keep the training record and produce this when required.

Profile Required

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Science or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum N2 Engineering Studies is compulsory.
• Qualified Millwright
• Electricians will be considered carefully
• Section 13 Trade Certificate /Section 26D Trade Certificate with POE/ Proof of Modules /Proof of Apprenticeship is compulsory.
• Physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements. Attach vaccination certificate to the application.

Deadline:2nd February,2026

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The Role

• Responsible for pre-assembly of Electrical, Mechanical, Electro- hydraulic and Pneumatic components, assembling, inspecting, testing and commissioning of newly built machines (soft and hard rock LHDs) in accordance with the relevant specifications and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembling machines in accordance with the assembling plan.
• Pre-Assembling and testing of Electrical, Mechanical, Electro- hydraulic and Pneumatic components.
• Pre-assembly and testing of electrical and flame proof components.
• Assembling, testing and commissioning Sandvik hard rock and soft rock machines.
• Follow up on outstanding parts availability on Lean systems.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in accordance with Production standards.
• Maintains process designs to optimize process and facility use while conforming to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
• Comply with Sandvik SHEQ management system and the Objectives and Targets set
• Complete work orders and give feedback to the foreman.
• Report all deviations and/or damages
• Keep good maintenance of P.P.E. and use it as prescribed.
• Attend and perform work as directed.
• Behave in a courteous and professional manner.
• Obey all lawful instructions.

Your Profile

• Must trade be tested (Millwright/Electrical or Mechanical) with a flame proof certificate.
• Section 13 Trade Certificate /Section 26D Trade Certificate with POE/ Proof of Modules /Proof of Apprenticeship is compulsory.
• Must have 3 to 5 years’ experience in machine manufacturing.
• Must have experience in Sandvik hard rock and soft rock loaders.
• Must have Knowledge of electro-hydraulics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems and schematic reading.
• Excellent troubleshooting ability with strong diagnostic, problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
• A safety champion capable of working alone or with a team and capable of stopping work, if required.
• Creative, adaptable to changes, good attitude in learning.
• Continuously drives self-improvement and improvement of others.
• Good English language level both written and verbal.
• IT skills (Windows, Office 365 apps, e.g. Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, etc.)
• Physically & medically able to function in a workshop environment.

Deadline:5th February,2026

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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

Deadline:6th February,2026

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Key Responsibilities:

• Follows instructions of work within time constraints to meet established delivery targets.
• Adjusts equipment and repairs/replaces defective parts components or systems per instructions.
• Inspects equipment for proper performance and determines faults and malfunctions.
• Identifies additional repairs, compiles parts and labor estimates.
• Tests repaired equipment to ensure proper operational performance.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement initiatives
• Stays current with industry, customer and product developments and technical best practices.

Profile Required:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• Trade Certificate of Competence - Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrical, Millwright
• 4 years' experience with Mechanised Mining Equipment
• Underground mining environment, maintaining of earth moving equipment
• Valid driver license
• Full physical & medical certificate to work in mining environment

Competencies Required:

• Knowledge of Product Line
• Engineering Drawings and Schematics
• Understand how to use Product Manuals
• Computer Literacy
• Effective Communication
• Customer Interaction
• Employee Health and Safety
• Report Writing
• Fault Finding
• Root Cause Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Business Acumen

Deadline:6th February,2026

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The Role

• As an apprentice, you invest your time, energy and work into your skills training, and your employer invests time and money to train you. The technical training provider – a college, university, or training institution – and the Industry Training Authority (ITA) also have important roles to play.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe the conditions of the relevant employment agreement or award.
• Attend and perform work as directed.
• Behave in a courteous and professional manner.
• Obey all lawful instructions.
• Work toward achieving the competencies of the training plan.
• Undertake training and assessment as required under the training plan.
• Keep the training record and produce this when required.

Profile Required

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Science or equivalent qualification
• N3 Engineering Certificate
• Exceptional Performance on the above will be advantageous.
• Please attach Matric Statement of Result

Deadline:6th February,2026

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The Role:

• The Digital Sales and Services Representative mainly focusing for OEM agnostic Newtrax Collision Prevention System and UFR automation offerings, is responsible for driving lead generation, sales growth, business development activities and customer relationship management for managed accounts and targeting white spots.
• DSSR will by leveraging digital tools, platforms, and strategies to identify, engage, and convert prospects into customers. This role focuses on expanding the current customer base but will be also supporting AutoMine sales to existing Sandvik customers as required and will provide support for the account management structure for Newtrax and UFR offerings. The Digital Sales Representative is a self-sufficient individual and can initiate leads through cold calling and various minging related events. DSSR can navigate a corporate matrix organization, keeping various stakeholders informed about customer engagement. Strong use of digital tools like CRM is essential to create visibility on opportunity funnel development.
• The Digital Sales and Services Representative will work with a complex technological and digital portfolio to find the right solutions for customers, ensuring easy entry with opportunities to expand later.

Key Performance Areas:

Safety and Environment

• Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to ensure all employees are provided with a safe and healthy working environment.

Sales and Business Growth and Development

• Develop and execute automation sales strategies, win plans and business models
• Develop and oversee healthy Sales pipeline for the defined digital offering
• Identify potential customers and develop engagement plan
• Lead automation project sales
• Screen and categorize customer interactions
• Build and manage customer relationships
• Identify and propose new offerings
• Analyse pricing and pricing models and make recommendations
• Collaborate with Sandvik's local and global sales and factory teams
• Work closely together with Sales Areas on forecasting, and marketing activities and making sure that associated tools and systems are kept up to date
• Contribute to business development plan together with internal stakeholders and drive the execution in a matrix organization
• Keep fact based, up to date understanding of the market share development
• Deliver the business results according set targets
• Provide technical and value sales expertise to maximize business potential both in short and long term
• Support in coordinating business development and marketing activities in the Sales Areas (e.g. product launches, customer forums, expos etc.)
• Keeping effectively up to date with customer needs and concerns
• Support pricing process and discount management
• Ensure that QAR, CAR approval process is followed, and business cases are created for the opportunities
• Work with marketing team to plan and execute marketing activities
• Ensuring trustworthy and effective relationships through motivating leadership both internal and external
• Develop systematic way of working and ensure processes are followed with sales areas
• Monitor, collect and report competitor information
• Ensure for trials, rentals etc. applicable process is followed including contract and KPI’s
• Support and provide input to demand planning process.

People Management and Leadership

• Ability to build trust quickly both internally and externally, “good with customers” & “team player”
• Collaborate and develop trusted relationships with all key stakeholders in Sales Area and backline with skills to navigate in matrix organisation
• Sense of urgency and ability to prioritise.

Financials

• Opportunity pipeline development
• Order Intake
• Invoicing
• Forecast accuracy

Customer Service

• Good understanding of market and customer needs and trends
• Customer satisfaction on value, performance and reliability
• Feedback / issue / resolution
• Visit customers and develop direct customer relationships

Your Profile:

• Matric Certificate/Grade 12/Engineering or Technical qualification
• A technical background with a bachelor’s degree in engineering (and/or studies related to business) with business experience. Or a bachelor’s degree in business (or similar) degree with technical background or experience.
• Proven successful sales experience or a keen willingness to learn value-sales techniques
• Sales and Business development knowledge and the experience of bringing new technically advanced solutions to market.
• Knowledge of and experience with any Sandvik’s product range would be beneficial.
• Well-developed understanding of the mining industry and associated equipment would be essential.
• An in-depth understanding of customer business processes, with at least 5 years’ active involvement with mining operations.
• Understanding and experience in deploying mining automation and digital systems

Deadline:13th February,2026

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The Role

• The Sales Manager, is responsible to develop, implement and deliver strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets, increase market share, forge strategic relationships, promote Sandvik brand awareness and responsible for a positive customer experience. By identifying new business opportunities and customer relationships, the Sales Manager plays a critical role in driving sales growth for capital equipment.
• Duties will include but are not limited to, responding to queries from clients and resolving problems to ensure the customer can focus on their core activities. Additional focus points will be the setting of area-specific goals for each strategic customer to promote a personalized service and proactive selling by tracking clients individually.
• Overall, the Sales Manager is instrumental in driving business growth, building strategic relationships and in positioning SANDVIK as the preferred choice for equipment and service.

Key Performance Areas

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company objectives and expand market share.
• Create business development plans and targets for the product range in collaboration with the BLM and the global Portfolio Managers (this will include the introduction of new products into the market).
• Develop and implement plans and actions in accordance with global and regional initiatives and guidelines.
• Manage forecasted sales on budget, meeting gross profit targets.
• Provide training and education on the product range, assisting with the compilation of tender documentation, pricing strategies, and the supply of marketing material to support sales efforts.
• Visit key customers directly or in conjunction with the sales and service teams to provide in-depth product knowledge (this will include development of direct customer relationships with key clients and to help the team to trouble shoot technical problems).
• Develop and organize commercial product training for sales and service personnel for the respective products.
• Drive sales growth through effective prospecting, lead generation, and pipeline management.
• Assess the account's total potential with MECU products & services and develop future market potential for MECU business with the account.
• Develop and implement local account business plans to secure current and new business within defined sales areas and responsibilities.
• Ensure the relevant activities (sales) are executed to increase revenue and efficiencies for equipment, workshops, and customer service.
• Collaborate with the engineering and product line teams to tailor solutions that meet customer requirements and address industry challenges.
• Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and reports to track performance metrics and assess sales effectiveness.
• Financial and budgetary reviews, reports and forecasting.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and business development strategies aligned with division objectives and market trends. Identifying growth opportunities, market segments, and potential clients to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, to align sales, services, workshops and business development efforts.
• Initiate marketing campaigns with existing and new products to drive sales growth, create customer awareness and regain business on existing portfolios.
• Effective subordinate management.
• Safe, Health and Environmental effectiveness.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) / N3 Technical Qualification/equivalent qualification
• National Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Business Management (NQF 6)
• Minimum 5 years of Sales experience
• Business development experience within mining
• Computer literacy
• English proficiency
• Will be required to travel

Required Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Strategic and “out-of-the-box” mindset
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to understand strategy, develop and execute plans effectively
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and develop a high-performing and diverse team
• Ability to coach and mentor employees to achieve goals
• Highly developed time management and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills to influence internal stakeholders and customers
• Strong health and safety culture
• Ability to drive change
• Strong customer focus
• Flexible, self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and a strong sense of accountability
• High level of professionalism, honesty and integrity
• Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data
• Superior customer relations skills
• Financial and commercial acumen – interpreting financial and business documents and results
• IR/ER understanding

Deadline:9th February,2026