Lead Hand Workshop Technician

Sandvik Mining is seeking a

Lead Hand Workshop Technician

Location: New Brunswick Miramichi

At Sandvik we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

We currently have an opening for a Lead Hand Workshop Technician at our Miramichi this role youll play a key part in supporting our growing workload by performing maintenance repairs inspections and commissioning of equipment while also providing leadership on-site in the absence of a supervisor. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with mentorship and task coordination to help ensure high-quality workmanship and efficient workflow.

Are you a skilled technician with strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for guiding others Were looking for a Lead Hand who can take initiative work independently and support both customers and junior technicians. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership-capable role while continuing to build your technical career.

What you will be doing

• Perform standard maintenance repairs faultfinding inspections and commissioning of equipment and service projects.
• Plan and prepare required tools parts and materials in accordance with work procedures.
• Conduct predelivery inspections local modifications complete safety bulletins and component repairs.
• Work with 3rd party vendors to ensure outside services are completed with quality workmanship
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and resolve common equipment issues as first line support.
• Identify system components and carry out preventive and cost-efficient repairs.
• Apply technical knowledge across hydraulics mechanics electrics automation pneumatics and materials to solve standard customer problems.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation and maintenance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure documentation meets quality standards.
• Occasionally collect technical feedback for the Sales Area and input data into internal systems.
• Distribute daily work to technicians and guide them in safe and correct execution.
• Ensure all work is performed according to Sandviks safety standards procedures and quality expectations.

What you will bring along

• Experience as a Workshop or Maintenance Technician ideally in mining heavy equipment or industrial maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities across hydraulics mechanics electrical systems and automation.
• Ability to work independently in a workshop or field environment with a customer focused mindset.
• Demonstrated leadership potential; able to guide mentor and quality check work from junior staff.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and recommend effective solutions.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to standardized procedures.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel to customer sites as required.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you

• The opportunity to make an impact on our performance.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team in an industry leading business.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching competitive health dental life and disability benefits as well as ongoing development and training.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more

To learn more about Sandvik our people and products please visit our website: to Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at theLead Hand Workshop Technician position requisition#R0087264; however Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. While we thank all candidates for their interest only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal-opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women racialized persons Indigenous persons persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free experience for applicants with accessibility needs; therefore accommodation requests can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contactfor more information.