Sandvik

Technical Trainer- P2

Sandvik  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

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

Key Responsibilities

Training Delivery

Deliver standardized training courses on mining equipment and digital systems relating to:

  • Operation
  • Maintenance
  • Service
  • Service inspection
  • Installation and commissioning
  • Faultfindingand troubleshooting
  • Deliver classroom, practical, and field-based technical training programs, for Surface and underground equipment.
  • Facilitate product and system safety training for all automation and digital platforms.
  • Conduct artisan, technician, and supervisory training on automation systems and machine technologies.
  • Ensure training is aligned to OEM standards, mine procedures, and customer operational requirements.
  • Develop training schedules, lesson plans, presentations, assessments, and practical exercises.
  • Conduct learner assessments and competency evaluations.
  • Maintainaccuratetraining records, reports, attendance registers, and competency matrices.

Technical Systems & Platforms

Provide training and technical support on the following systems and technologies:

  • Autominesystems

  • Proximity Detection Systems (PDS)

  • SICAplatform

  • GPS and positioning technologies

  • TIM 3D systems

  • RMS Remote Monitoring Systems

  • I-Sure, Driller’s officesoftware(drill planning systems)

  • Trimble technologies

  • Mine automation and digital control systems

  • Machine networking and communication systems

  • Mining machine-to-server integration

  • Wireless mine communication infrastructure

  • Data acquisition and monitoring systems

  • Fleet management and machine telemetry systems

Technical Support Responsibilities

  • Assistsites with diagnostics and system performance analysis.

  • Support machine connectivity and communication between equipment andMineservers.

  • Assistwith software updates, configuration, and system optimization.

  • Work closely with OEM technical support teams and mine personnel to resolve technical issues.

Safety Responsibilities

  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture at all times

  • Ensure all training activitiescomply withmine health and safety standards.

  • Deliver product safety training related to operation, maintenance, servicing, commissioning, andfaultfinding

  • Ensure learners understand safe work procedures and risk controls associated with automation systems and mining equipment.

  • Conduct risk assessments prior to practical training activities.

General Responsibilities

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the training department.

  • Keep technical knowledge updated with latest mining technologies and automation developments.

  • Assistwith development of training material and technical documentation.

  • Provide feedbackregardingequipment performance and training gapsidentifiedon site.

  • Liaise with technical departments, and OEM representatives.

  • Travel to customer sites asrequired

MinimumRequirements

Qualifications

  • Trade Test in Electrical,MillwrightorInstrumentation.

  • Minimum 5 years mining equipment experience.

  • Exposure to undergroundorsurface mining operations.

Advantageous

  • Experience working with automation and digital mining systems.

  • Experience in technical training within mining or heavy equipment environment.

  • Training/Facilitation qualification.

  • OEM certification on automation systems.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

  • Mining automation systems

  • Machine communication networks

  • CAN Bus systems

  • PLC systems

  • Machine diagnostics andfaultfinding

  • Remote monitoring technologies

  • Digital mining infrastructure

  • Networking fundamentals and server integration

  • Electrical and electronic systems on mining equipment

Competencies

  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills

  • Technical troubleshooting ability

  • Good communicationskills

  • Planning and organizational skills

  • Report writing and documentation

  • Ability to work independently

  • Customer-focused approach

  • Strong safety awareness

  • Computer literacy and digital systemsproficiency

Work Environment

  • Underground and surface mining environments

  • Workshop and classroom-based training

  • Frequent travel to customer sites

  • Exposure to mining equipment and operational areas

How to apply

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

Applications close: 26 June 2026

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.

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About Sandvik

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.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Stockholm, SE
Year Founded
1862
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