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Technical Trainer- P2

Sandvik
Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 24 June 2026

Job Description

Key Responsibilities 

Training Delivery 

Deliver standardized training courses on mining equipment and digital systems relating to:  

  • Operation  
  • Maintenance  
  • Service  
  • Service inspection  
  • Installation and commissioning  
  • Faultfinding and troubleshooting  
  • Deliver classroom, practical, and field-based technical training programs, for Surface and underground equipment. 
  • Facilitate product and system safety training for all automation and digital platforms.  
  • Conduct artisan, technician, and supervisory training on automation systems and machine technologies.  
  • Ensure training is aligned to OEM standards, mine procedures, and customer operational requirements.  
  • Develop training schedules, lesson plans, presentations, assessments, and practical exercises.  
  • Conduct learner assessments and competency evaluations.  
  • Maintain accurate training records, reports, attendance registers, and competency matrices.  

Technical Systems & Platforms 

Provide training and technical support on the following systems and technologies: 

  • Automine systems  
  • Proximity Detection Systems (PDS)  
  • SICA platform 
  • GPS and positioning technologies  
  • TIM 3D systems  
  • RMS Remote Monitoring Systems  
  • I-Sure, Driller’s office software (drill planning systems)  
  • Trimble technologies  
  • Mine automation and digital control systems  
  • Machine networking and communication systems  
  • Mining machine-to-server integration  
  • Wireless mine communication infrastructure  
  • Data acquisition and monitoring systems  
  • Fleet management and machine telemetry systems  

Technical Support Responsibilities 

  • Assist sites with diagnostics and system performance analysis.  
  • Support machine connectivity and communication between equipment and Mine servers.  
  • Assist with software updates, configuration, and system optimization.  
  • Work closely with OEM technical support teams and mine personnel to resolve technical issues.  

Safety Responsibilities 

  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture at all times.  
  • Ensure all training activities comply with mine health and safety standards.  
  • Deliver product safety training related to operation, maintenance, servicing, commissioning, and faultfinding.  
  • Ensure learners understand safe work procedures and risk controls associated with automation systems and mining equipment.  
  • Conduct risk assessments prior to practical training activities.  

General Responsibilities 

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the training department.  
  • Keep technical knowledge updated with latest mining technologies and automation developments.  
  • Assist with development of training material and technical documentation.  
  • Provide feedback regarding equipment performance and training gaps identified on site.  
  • Liaise with technical departments, and OEM representatives.  
  • Travel to customer sites as required.  

Minimum Requirements 

Qualifications 

  • Trade Test in Electrical, Millwright or Instrumentation.  
  • Minimum 5 years mining equipment experience.  
  • Exposure to underground or surface mining operations.  

Advantageous 

  • Experience working with automation and digital mining systems.  
  • Experience in technical training within mining or heavy equipment environment.  
  • Training/Facilitation qualification.  
  • OEM certification on automation systems.  

Technical Knowledge 

Strong understanding of: 

  • Mining automation systems  
  • Machine communication networks  
  • CAN Bus systems  
  • PLC systems  
  • Machine diagnostics and faultfinding  
  • Remote monitoring technologies  
  • Digital mining infrastructure  
  • Networking fundamentals and server integration  
  • Electrical and electronic systems on mining equipment  

Competencies 

  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills  
  • Technical troubleshooting ability  
  • Good communication skills  
  • Planning and organizational skills  
  • Report writing and documentation  
  • Ability to work independently  
  • Customer-focused approach  
  • Strong safety awareness  
  • Computer literacy and digital systems proficiency  
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Job details
Job typeFull-time
ProvinceGauteng
Posted24 June 2026
Closing8 July 2026
Sandvik
Gauteng
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