Job Description

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.
We are seeking a Communications Co-ordinator who will be responsible to facilitate the flow of information by developing and implementing sound communication strategies, campaigns and event management planning. This role reports to the Employee Experience Manager within the People Operations function.
Key Performance Areas:
Internal Communication Strategy: Develop and implement a communication strategy aligned with company goals, industry trends, and legal requirements.
Employee Communication: Create and manage a communications calendar, draft organizational announcements, newsletters, and employee stories including communication plans for change management projects. Ensure high-quality, brand-compliant messaging across channels and social media.
Event Management: Plan and execute internal events, including project management, budgeting and hosting.
Intranet Management: Maintain and update content, ensuring relevance and engagement.
Internal Branding: Design and proof internal branding materials; support career events.
Digital Management: Collaborate on global brand campaigns, monitor online platforms, and leverage social media for employee engagement.
Reporting & Measurement: Track communication effectiveness, event success, and budget adherence; present reports and improvement plans.
Stakeholder Management: Develop engagement strategies, manage risks, and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
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Your Profile:

• Grade 12 / Equivalent qualification
• Bachelors Degree in Communication Science/Studies or related degree

• 3 years Business experience (with business-to-business corporate communication including preparing content for a business community).
• Skilled user of Microsoft Office including MT Teams, SharePoint and Adobe Creative suite, specifically photoshop and InDesign.
• Experience of developing corporate/organizational or educational communications / public relations materials and copywriting/editing, promotional writing.
• Experience in managing of corporate events.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work across multiple social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of integration of new media and traditional communication channels.
• Ability to assimilate, analyze and present data.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to copy write in English successfully, multi-task and work in a team.
• High level of attention to detail, project management, time management & organizational skills.

How to apply
Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website
Applications close: 13 January 2026
Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful. We, however, thank you for your interest in our company.
Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity? with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.? To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.

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