Standards and Methods Specialist

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Process Improvement

In short

Sandvik Mining is looking for a Standards and Methods Specialist to provide leadership in developing, implementing, and improving operational standards and work methods across technical operations. This role ensures processes are standardized, compliant, and efficient, with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. The ideal candidate has a relevant Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in industrial engineering or related fields within the mining or manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities

Develop, review, implement, and maintain controlled testing protocols, work methods, Planned Task Observations, Safe Work Procedures, and technical standards.
Translate legislation, ISO requirements, and global standards into local operating requirements.
Analyze workshop workflows to identify risks, waste, variation, and cost-saving opportunities, implementing sustainable process improvements.
Plan and conduct process audits, method assessments, workplace observations, and compliance reviews, monitoring corrective actions.
Lead or support incident, failure, and root-cause investigations to identify recurring issues and improvement priorities.
Develop implementation plans, communication, training, and competence checks for new or revised methods, coaching stakeholders.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and recommendations, maintain document integrity, and provide technical advisory support.

Requirements

Grade 12 / Equivalent Qualification
Relevant Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7), preferably in Industrial Engineering
Minimum 5 years' experience in Industrial Engineering, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance, or Technical Standards Management
Experience within mining, heavy equipment, engineering, or manufacturing environments
Experience conducting operational audits, investigations, and root-cause analyses
Experience implementing process improvement and change management initiatives
Knowledge of ISO standards and relevant legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Strong process analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capability
Technical report writing and stakeholder engagement skills
Computer literacy (Microsoft 365) and data analysis/reporting skills
Valid driver's licence

Desired Qualifications

Trade Certificate in Millwright, Fitting, Electrical, or Diesel Mechanic
Internal Auditor certification
Lean, Six Sigma, or recognised Root Cause Analysis training
Practical Trackless Mining Machine (TMM) exposure and failure analysis experience

Benefits

Sandvik is recognised on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.
Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer.
Focus areas include great leadership, lifelong learning and development, career opportunities, an open job market, and a safe and fair work environment.

Skills

Industrial EngineeringProcess ImprovementQuality AssuranceTechnical Standards ManagementISO standardsOccupational Health and Safety ActMicrosoft 365Data AnalysisReport WritingRoot Cause AnalysisLeanSix Sigma

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About Sandvik

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.

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