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.

Role description

As an Automation Technician at Sandvik, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of our automated production systems (surface/underground) as well as OptiMine. You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation equipment to optimize production processes and minimize downtime.

Responsibilities or duties

• Install, configure, and maintain Automation systems (AutoMine and Newtrax ) with the support of manuals
• Troubleshoot and diagnose automation system issues to identify and resolve root causes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement automation solutions to improve production efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and implement automation opportunities.
• Stay updated on the latest automation technologies and industry best practices.
• Performing work associated with diagnostic, maintenance, and repair of all types of heavy machinery and special equipment and components, like Hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Report to the Automation Supervisor/foreman on all planned and unplanned work regarding the automation system.

What we offer when you join us

Sandvik offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

This job offer is governed by Law, which encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities in the world of work.

Qualifications or requirements

• A degree in Engineering in any of the following Automation, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, Telecommunication and/or Electrical Electronics.
• High level computer skills
• Availability to travel or relocate, ability to work in various environments such as underground and open cast.

Experience needed

• Minimum 1 year of experience in industrial automation
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software will be an added advantage.
• Experience in underground mining will be an added advantage.

Any other provided details

If you are a skilled and motivated Automation Technician looking to join a global leader in industrial solutions, we encourage you to apply.

• Install, configure, and maintain Automation systems (AutoMine and Newtrax ) with the support of manuals
• Troubleshoot and diagnose automation system issues to identify and resolve root causes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on automation equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement automation solutions to improve production efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and implement automation opportunities.
• Stay updated on the latest automation technologies and industry best practices.
• Performing work associated with diagnostic, maintenance, and repair of all types of heavy machinery and special equipment and components, like Hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Report to the Automation Supervisor/foreman on all planned and unplanned work regarding the automation system.

• High level computer skills
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software

• A degree in Engineering in any of the following Automation, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, Telecommunication and/or Electrical Electronics.
• Availability to travel or relocate, ability to work in various environments such as underground and open cast.