Service Technician – Leading Hand

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Service Technician – Leading Hand – Pooraka | SA

Our Company and Culture

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.

We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and strong performing Service Technician - Leading Hand to coordinate & lead our Workshop team based in Pooraka. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will be responsible for carrying out trade duties, repairs and fault diagnosis work as required on Sandvik mining equipment.

Areas of responsibility

• Assist in conducting daily resource planning to contribute to the smooth and effective running of each shift in line with KPI’s, business requirements and operational needs
• Evaluate the quality of work of the team to ensure efficiency and equipment integrity
• Provide relevant feedback to enable maintenance planning improvements in terms of efficiency and equipment integrity
• Assist Supervisor to mentor, motivate, train & evaluate and when required, performance manage team members to accomplish their goals and objectives as well as meeting the business needs
• Support and conduct team meetings and communications as directed
• Record keeping of parts usage, equipment monitoring, time records.

Your profile

• Previous leadership experience, preferably as a Leading Hand or equivalent
• Mechanical background and relevant certification
• C Class Manual Driver Licence
• Previous experience maintaining mobile mining equipment
• Proactive, self-motivated and demonstrates initiative
• Ability to think outside the box and find solutions
• Strong and proven safety culture
• Strong customer service focus and motivation to achieve targets and goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid computer literacy

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

What we offer

• Highly competitive wages, additional allowances, and annual bonus.
• Phone, iPad, and uniform provided.
• Option for Superannuation contribution above statutory requirement
• Employee Benefits Program including salary sacrifice options, a company-wide bonus scheme, and Length of Service Recognition program.
• Employee Referral Program that pays up to $5,000 per successful referral.
• Company funded paid parental leave which includes superannuation contributions during the leave period.
• Training opportunities for employees – from internal programs to contributions towards external studies.
• A Sandvik Wellness Program for employees’ who want to improve their health and wellbeing.

Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Sam Lingman

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