Job Description

Sandvik Mining
Field Service Technician- Rock Drill Auditor – Newcastle OR Orange I NSW

About the opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and safety‑focused Field Service Technician (Rock Drill Auditor) to join our Parts & Service team. In this site‑based, roaming role, you will perform inspections, audits, preventive maintenance, and repairs on specialised mining equipment, including drill rigs and associated hydraulic, electrical, and automation systems.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will work closely with customers and internal teams while representing Sandvik’s commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Roster 8 days on, 6 days off

Machinery worked on: Rock Drills/ Underground drills and some Load and Haul when required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections, audits, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on Sandvik drilling equipment and related systems.

• Identify worn or damaged components and complete repairs, overhauls, and replacements to required standards.

• Complete commissioning of new or repaired equipment and components.

• Conduct pre‑task risk assessments and ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with site and Sandvik EHS requirements.

• Accurately complete daily work reports, job logs, timesheets, and field service documentation.

• Provide regular updates to supervisors on work progress and emerging issues.

• Maintain clean work areas, tools, and vehicles (where applicable) with high housekeeping standards.

• Actively participate in safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support team members through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and effective shift handovers.

About you

You are a hands‑on technician with strong diagnostic capability and a commitment to safe work practices. You enjoy working in site‑based environments, collaborating with teammates, and delivering high‑quality outcomes for customers.

Key Skills and Experience

• Trade qualification in Mechanical, Fabrication, Automotive (Mobile Plant), or similar discipline
  (or relevant non‑trade experience with exposure to mechanical or engineering environments).

• Proven experience maintaining and repairing mining or heavy equipment (Sandvik equipment highly regarded).

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to fault‑find across hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills when liaising with customers and team members.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in remote site environments.

• Valid driver’s licence (essential).

• Forklift, Dogman, or Rigger tickets (desirable).

• Willingness to learn and use digital tools and mobile applications.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical incl drug and alcohol test.

Agencies need not apply.
To be eligible for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Please note that as part of our recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical.

What we offer

• Superannuation contributions, with the ability for you to opt into higher superannuation amounts.

• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program, including salary sacrifice options, and a Length of Service Recognition program.

• Company-wide bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication.

• Company-funded paid parental leave, with superannuation contributions during the leave period.

• Extensive training opportunities, from internal programs to contributions towards external studies.

• Sandvik Wellness Program to support and enhance your health and wellbeing.

• Ongoing development, opportunities with extensive internal and external training opportunities.

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, recognising our ongoing commitment to gender equality, inclusive workplace policies, and meaningful support for women at every stage of their careers. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, and we encourage you to explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website. In addition, we are honoured to have achieved Silver Status for our Health and Wellbeing Program through the WorkSafe QLD Be Recognised Program, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment.

Who we are

Sandvik is a global leading Original Equipment Manufacturer, delivering comprehensive equipment, tools, parts, services, technical and digital solutions tailored to the mining, mineral processing, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. The Sandvik Group has over 41,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries globally.

Our purpose is to advance the world through engineering by helping customers transition sustainably in mining, rock processing, and component and intelligent manufacturing. Sustainability is integral to our growth and our customers' success. We embed sustainability in all aspects, from R&D to product innovation and supply chain sourcing. Collaborating closely with customers, we enhance product impact and efficiency through technology and data-driven solutions, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and 90% circularity by 2030.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount. Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation.

For further information about the role please reach out to Talent Acquisition Specialist – Chelsea Webb – Chelsea.webb@sandvik.com

Applications close 17 August 2026, or prior if ideal candidate selected.