Engineering

Continuous Improvement Specialist – P3

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

The Role:

To analyse, and improve maintain the organizational performance for Workshops and Technical Service systems and processes by implementing and maintaining efficient working protocols such as lean manufacturing, 5S, Kan Ban etc.

Key Performance Areas:

Develop and optimize SOPs and technical problem-solving methods to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety, quality, and productivity in workshops and technical services.
Plan and lead Kaizen and lean manufacturing events aimed at process improvement.
Facilitate events with measurable goals, consistently achieving or exceeding performance targets.
Ensure compliance with Sandvik Quality and Service Standards throughout implementation phases.
Drive a continuous improvement culture across Sandvik’s Southern Africa workshops using Lean and operational excellence tools to optimize repair processes.
Lead improvement projects and coach employees on adopting new ways of thinking and working.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of process changes.
Implement Operational Excellence by conducting root cause analyses and adapting processes, suppliers, or training to address failures.
Improve operational efficiency through process enhancements focused on cost, productivity, safety, and quality.
Develop and document SOPs for service operations.
Stay updated on technologies and standards to maintain international quality benchmarks.
Report on lean events, capturing lessons learned and key impacts.
Provide regular project updates in bi-weekly feedback sessions.

Your Profile:

B Degree in Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 7)
Advantageous
Trade Certificate in Millwright/Fitting/Electrical/Diesel Mechanic
Lean or Six Sigma qualification
3 to 5 years’ experience in industrial engineering within a Mining or Manufacturing environment
Understanding of customer service and mining industry.
Good understanding of relevant legislation and/or standards e.g., Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, ISO 9001 etc.

Technical and failure report writing skills
Experience in conducting Root Cause Failure Analysis
Excellent communication skills
Business writing skills.
Computer literacy
English proficiency
Valid driver’s license

How to apply

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

Applications close: 29 September 2025

Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful. We, however, thank you for your interest in our company.

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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