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Maintenance Technician

Heavy-Duty Repair Technician (H.E.R)

Sandvik is a high-tech global engineering group that specializes in providing advanced products and services for a variety of industries. Sandvik is a leader in materials technology and industrial processes.

Sandvik’s focus is on enhancing productivity, safety, and efficiency for its customers while advancing the industries it serves.

Why you should join us.

Sandvik provides an environment where innovation, sustainability, diversity, and personal growth are at the forefront, making it an excellent place to develop a career while making a positive difference.

The Job entails being responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing large machinery, vehicles, and equipment typically used in mining and construction industry.

Job description

The Heavy-Duty Repair Mechanic performs maintenance and repair work on heavy equipment and machinery to ensure they are safe, functional, and reliable. This includes troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing regular inspections, and replacing parts when needed. The mechanic works closely with operators to ensure equipment is operating efficiently and safely.

Work Conditions: Ability to work in various environments such as underground and open cast.

Job-specific responsibilities

Conduct daily checks on equipment as per checklist, prevent and repair defects.
Report all major defects to the Shift Supervisor.
Fault find and repair equipment in line Sandvik Standards.
Maintain equipment as per Sandvik maintenance manuals.
Ensure that all relevant documentation (work order, Operator/ Mechanical/ productivity checklists) is completed as per set requirements.
Ensure that all tools, workshop facility and equipment are used correctly and kept in good working condition.
Report incident/accident and investigate damages to equipment.

Competencies

Problem solving skills
Ability to adjust to new conditions and challenges
Advanced communication skills
Flexible and self-reliant, self-starter.
Excellent time management and deadline driven.
Strong analytical capabilities
Ability to function independently and with responsibility without direct supervision.

Education

Grade 12 Certificate
Craft certificate or Advanced Certificate in Heavy Equipment Repair / or equivalent

Experience

Three (3) years’ relevant experience in surface or underground mining environment

Other requirements

Medical Certification to work in a mining environment.
Engineering Institute of Zambia Membership.
Clean driving

If you meet the above minimum requirements, please apply through the following Sandvik Career link.

We offer you an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for your professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.

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