Sandvik Mining
Field Service Technician (Surface) – FIFO
About the opportunity
We are currently seeking a number of enthusiastic and skilled HD Fitters / Auto Electricians for our Field Service team supporting sites in the Pilbara and covering all other mining areas of Western Australia.
As a Field Service Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our customers with maintenance and repair on a range of surface Boom/Rotary drills, and their subcomponents including hydraulic, electrical, and automation systems.
This role offers a fly-in-fly-out arrangement from Perth on a flexible roster (8:6 / 14:2), with travel to different customer sites across WA.
About you
Relevant Trade Qualification.
Experience maintaining surface drilling (boom and rotary).
Commitment to safety for yourself and your team.
Proactive, self-motivated, and demonstrates initiative.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer literacy.
Current Manual Driver’s License.
Ability to pass pre-employment medical, reference, police, and regular onsite drug & alcohol testing.
Experience on DI650 / DP1500 / Pantera / Leopard drills desirable.
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 – Zelda Fowkes, Zelda.fowkes@sandvik.com.
Applications close 30/07/2026, or prior if ideal candidate selected.
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.
