Job Description

Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology, Parts & Services Division

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, digital solutions and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. In 2022, sales were approximately 56.8 billion SEK with about 16,200 employees.

The Parts & Services Division drives the aftermarket business, keeping customersxe2x80x99 fleet on track with needed services, solutions and parts and the Division is represented in more than 30 countries with more than 6,500 employees around the world.

Your Mission

The Rockdrills Lead, Global will support regional sales area service organisations with the development, implementation and follow up of the best practice for Rockdrill repairs within Sandvik's Workshops. You will be globally utilizing Lean tools to streamline repair processes, optimise maintenance turnaround times and develop/implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve safety in component repair operations, improve efficiency and maximize capacity of our workshops.xe2x80x8b

Key Responsibilities

Maximize profitability for Rockdrill repairs with Lean methodology.xe2x80x8b

Support the implementation of new processes, system and technologies in workshops to improve efficienciesxe2x80x8b

Define alternatives to improve operational processes to achieve operational efficiency, costs, productivity safety & qualityxe2x80x8b

Coaching, developing and leading Sales Area teams to establish a culture of best practice in Rockdrill repairsxe2x80x8b

Lead the feasibility of continuous improvement opportunities for Rockdrill repairsxe2x80x8b

Use effective change management techniques to ensure impacted stakeholders support the changesxe2x80x8b

In conjunction with the Competence Development team, develop modules for training and coach newly trained people to drive effective outcomesxe2x80x8b

Support the delivery of training and capability programs ensuring CI activities for Rockdrill repairs are documented to enable organisational learning and sustainable changexe2x80x8b

Support / assist development of new workshops or expansion of workshop or service centresxe2x80x8b

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience Sought

5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience with mining industry equipment

Previous Experience in Component Repairs xe2x80x93 Rockdrill Experience Preferred

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong and successful internal and external stakeholder relationships

Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and conflict management skills to manage a diverse group of stakeholders.

Experience in project Management highly regarded

High level of analytical and reporting skills with attention to details

Autonomous and organized with good time management skills

Enthusiastic and persistent personality with can-do mentality

Business fluent in English, additional languages would be an advantage

Ability to work with others in various geographies and different time zones.

As we operate in an international setting, business fluency in English is required.

Whatxe2x80x99s in it for you?

We offer you an exciting and challenging role within an international business environment, working with extraordinary products, great colleagues, and opportunities for your professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers. We have an inclusive company culture, one where our values are Innovation, Fair Play, Customer Focus and Passion to Win. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn, or Facebook to get to know us better.

Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability

At Sandvik, we prioritize diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We welcome applicants who believe they are a good fit for the role, even if they don't meet all the qualifications initially. We are committed to creating an inclusive and sustainable workplace for everyone.

Application

Send your application no later than 19 October 2023.

Read more about Sandvik and apply through the careers section on the Sandvik website. Applicants must be eligible to work in the EU or hold a valid permit to work in the EU.

Location: South Africa, Finland, Netherlands, and flexible for other locations as well.

Reporting to: Global Workshop Operations Manager for Parts & Services

Contact information

For more information please contact the hiring manager, Heath Tanis or . Please note, we do not accept applications via email. Please use our career site.

Prior to this recruitment, we have already decided which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to utilize and we respectfully decline any contact from marketing or recruitment agencies regarding additional channels or campaigns.

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