Sales And Product Service Published: 2025-05-23 Field Service Technician – Underground Speciali

Field Service Technician – Underground Specialists – FIFO / DIDO

Sandvik Mining

Service Technician (Underground Specialist) – FIFO / DIDO

About the opportunity

We are seeking skilled and enthusiastic HD Fitters and Auto Electricians to join our Field Service team, supporting key mining operations across Western Australia.

As a Service Technician, you'll play a vital role in providing on-site maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of Sandvik's Underground Loaders, Trucks, and Drills.

Join a diverse and hands-on role where you'll tackle mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, vehicle control systems, and cutting-edge automation systems in underground environments.

This role offers a fly-in-fly-out arrangement from Perth on 8 : 6 Roster, with travel to different customer sites across WA.

Roster : 8 : 6, 12hr day shift only

Responsibilities

Take charge of mechanical duties, performing maintenance, repairs, and fault diagnosis on all Sandvik Mining equipment.

Execute mechanical maintenance tasks according to plans, ensuring equipment integrity and safe operation at all times.

Drive efficiency by providing insightful feedback for maintenance planning improvements.

Keep meticulous records of parts usage, equipment monitoring, and time logs.

Champion safety by adhering to all policies and procedures, especially Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies.

About you

Trade-qualified HD Fitter or Auto Electrician

Experience with underground drill rigs, loaders, or trucks

Strong safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Basic computer literacy and ability to complete service documentation

Manual Driver's Licence (essential)

Able to pass pre-employment medical, police, reference checks, and regular drug & alcohol testing

Hands-on experience with Sandvik underground loaders and trucks, including :

Loaders (LH series) : LH203, LH307, LH410, LH514, LH517i, LH621i

Trucks (TH series) : TH320, TH430, TH551i, TH663i

Familiarity with Sandvik underground drills, such as :

Longhole or specialty drills : DS311, DS512i (bolters)

Exposure to Sandvik AutoMine and OptiMine systems

Willingness to travel interstate or internationally for training and development opportunities

Agencies need not apply.

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.

What we offer

Highly competitive wages, additional allowances, and annual bonus

Superannuation contributions , with the ability for you to opt into higher superannuation amounts.

Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program , including salary sacrifice options, and a Length of Service Recognition program.

Company-wide bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication.

Employee Referral Program that pays up to $5,000 per successful referral

Company-funded paid parental leave , with superannuation contributions during the leave period.

Extensive training opportunities , from internal programs to contributions towards external studies.

Sandvik Wellness Program to support and enhance your health and wellbeing.

Ongoing development , opportunities with extensive internal and external training opportunities.

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, having been listed among the Top 101 Endorsed Employers for five consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, and you can explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website. In addition, we are honoured to have achieved Silver Status for our Health and Wellbeing Program through the WorkSafe QLD Be Recognised Program, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment.

Who we are

Sandvik is a global leading Original Equipment Manufacturer, delivering comprehensive equipment, tools, parts, services, technical and digital solutions tailored to the mining, mineral processing, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. The Sandvik Group has over 41,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries globally.

Our purpose is to advance the world through engineering by helping customers transition sustainably in mining, rock processing, and component and intelligent manufacturing. Sustainability is integral to our growth and our customers' success. We embed sustainability in all aspects, from R&D to product innovation and supply chain sourcing. Collaborating closely with customers, we enhance product impact and efficiency through technology and data-driven solutions, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and 90% circularity by 2030.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount. Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation.

For further information about the role please reach out to Talent Acquisition Specialist – Zelda Fowkes,

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