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Sandvik

Bit Grinder

Sandvik

. Execute daily activities supporting a Sandvik Rock Tool Supply Performance Contract .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • ZambiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates technical aptitude in refurbishing rock tools and analyzing mechanical failures, ensuring compliance with operational procedures and effective stock management in a mining environment. Proficient in using specialized software for reporting and data sharing while maintaining strong communication with operators and supervisors.

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Technical Aptitude For Refurbishing Rock ToolsProficiency In Analyzing Mechanical FailuresCraft Certificate Of CompetenceMinimum 5-Year Experience In Mining EnvironmentAbility To Operate Specialized Software

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Hard Skills
Analyzing Mechanical FailuresRefurbishing Rock ToolsStock Management PrinciplesOperating Procedures ComplianceData Sharing Software ProficiencyGrindingCuttingStraighteningTransporting Rock ToolsConducting Failure Analyses
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Sandvik Report App
Certifications & Qualifications
Grade 12 CertificateCraft Certificate Of CompetenceAdvanced Technician CertificateFull Physical & Medical CertificateValid Manual Driver's License
Industry Keywords
Mining EnvironmentUnderground OperationsSandvik Drilling ProductsOn-Site Service ContractsHeavy Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Execute daily activities supporting a Sandvik Rock Tool Supply Performance Contract
  • Ensure compliance with operating procedures, policies, work scopes, and contractual requirements
  • Deliver rock tools and related products to designated sites
  • Retrieve worn and damaged rock tools from drill sites and transport them to the surface
  • Analyze rock tool condition and failures and discuss findings with operators
  • Maintain circuit stock levels on each rig by replenishing supplies from the buffer store
  • Conduct failure analyses of defective products and report abnormalities to the Contract Supervisor and/or Sales Representative
  • Use the Sandvik Report App to record and share operational data
  • Sort, gauge, cut back, grind, and color-code used drill bits
  • Refurbish blocked and bent rods to operational standards
  • Work 12-hour shifts with reasonable overtime when necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification
  • Craft Certificate of Competence, Advanced Technician Certificate or its equivalent
  • Minimum 5-year experience with proven competence in the above-mentioned field
  • Basic Computer literacy
  • English proficiency
  • Full physical & medical certificate to work in mining environment
  • Proficiency in analyzing mechanical failures and recommending solutions
  • Technical aptitude for refurbishing rock tools (grinding, cutting, straightening)
  • Familiarity with stock management principles
  • Ability to operate specialized software for reporting and data sharing
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging with operators and supervisors
  • Prior experience working in underground environments around heavy equipment
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment
  • Legal right to live and work in Zambia
  • Valid manual driver's license
  • Current site inductions are highly advantageous
  • Familiarity with on-site service contracts, underground mining operations, and Sandvik drilling products will be highly regarded

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Reasonable overtime when necessary