Business development

Business Development Manager - Digitalisation

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Business Development Manager - Automation – Flexible, Australia

The role

As a key driver of sales and strategic growth, you will be responsible for the sales and support of Sandvik’s AutoMine, Newtrax and Universal Field Robots offerings in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. You will drive customer growth through Business Development activities, Mining Application activities, Project Management activities and Customer Relationship Management. By implementing strategic growth initiatives and leveraging Sandvik's automation expertise, you will contribute to sustainable revenue growth while ensuring customer satisfaction and market expansion.

You will join an international team of high-energy innovators, pioneering cutting-edge automation, robotics and digital solutions within the mining industry.

Local and international travel is required for this role.

Areas of responsibility

Develop and execute sales strategies, win plans, and business models for automation technologies.

Lead automation project sales and manage a healthy pipeline, forecast, and budget.

Build and strengthen long-term relationships with customers and key accounts.

Deliver consulting services, including site audits and recommendations for improvement.

Collaborate with local/global sales, engineering, and factory teams to align solutions with customer needs.

Represent Sandvik as a technology leader at industry forums and share case studies and best practices.

Drive new mine project engagement, supporting mine design suitability for automation.

Support product application from concept to operational outcome.

Mentor internal teams and support capability uplift in automation technologies.

Your profile

You are a results-oriented professional with a strong foundation in mining, engineering, or business. With a consultative mindset and passion for innovation, you’re comfortable engaging senior stakeholders, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering value-added automation solutions.

Minimum requirements:

5+ years’ experience in business development, key account management, or sales in the mining sector.

Experience selling technology solutions or automation systems is preferred.

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, or related discipline.

Proven ability to lead change, influence outcomes, and work collaboratively across technical and operational teams.

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 assessment

What we offer

Work from the comfort of your own home with our flexible work arrangements and take advantage of our Employee Benefits Program which includes options for salary sacrifice. You'll also receive a superannuation contribution of 13% on top of your earnings, giving you added peace of mind for your future.

Our Length of Service Recognition program highlights our commitment to our employees and rewards their loyalty.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide paid parental leave to support our employees and their families. Our company also offers training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and reach your career goals.

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
Zelda Fowkes

For more information, please contact - zelda.fowkes@sandvik.com

Our Company and Culture – Sandvik

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.

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