Fire Suppression Technician

Sandvik
Fire Suppression Technician – Adelaide, South Australia

Our Company and Culture

Sandvik Mining is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. In 2020, the Sandvik Group had approximately 37,000 employees in more than 160 countries.

We conduct business in a sustainable and responsible manner. To achieve this, we always act in line with our high ethical standards, putting safety first and always showing consideration for the environment and the communities in which we operate. The safety and well-being of our employees and the environment are our core values. Finally, we care about others and build relationships based on honesty, respect and trust.

At Sandvik, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to provide a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

About the role

We are a seeking a local Fire Suppression Technician to join our team in Pooraka, SA who is able to provide product support and technical services to our customers alongside our Fire Suppression products. This role will also be required to provide estimating, quoting and planning of fleets. The Fire Suppression Business maintains a firm commitment to the quality objectives for the company and promotes business through exceptional customer service. As a Fire Suppression Technician, you will be responsible for the installation and servicing of fire suppression systems as well as follow up technical/product support.

Main responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, maintenance and fault diagnostic work on fixed plant and/or mobile equipment as per the appropriate site policies
• Perform Repair and fault finding using hydraulic and/or electrical schematics
• Provide relevant feedback to enable maintenance planning improvements in terms of efficiency and equipment integrity
• Commissioning of new units
• Ensure adherence to Mines Regulation for all work performed
• Complete all paperwork in a timely and accurate fashion
• Prepared to work underground
• Record and report all warranty claims as per SMCs warranty policies
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders on the progress of claims

About you 

The ideal candidate would possess the following:

• A sound understanding of the mining industry and its business processes
• Strong customer service focus
• Ability to take direction and work unsupervised
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong Computer literacy
• Excellent Time Management skills
• Good written, reporting and investigation skills

 What we offer

• Highly competitive wages, additional allowances, and annual bonus
• Work phone, iPad, and uniform provided
• Favorable Superannuation contribution
• Employee Benefits Program including salary sacrifice options, a company-wide bonus scheme, and Length of Service Recognition program
• Employee Referral Program that pays up to $5,000 per successful referral
• Company funded paid parental leave which includes superannuation contributions during the leave period
• Training opportunities for employees – from internal programs to contributions towards external studies
• A Sandvik Wellness Program for employees' who want to improve their health and wellbeing

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. 

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job & the ability to pass a pre-employment medical.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ivy Chau
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