Technical Competence Development Specialist - Sandvik Business Area Mining


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Sandvik Business Area Mining, within the Sandvik Group, is a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, services, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has approximately 41,000 employees and operate in more than 170 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business responsibly and ethically. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.

At Sandvik, we recognize that we are strengthened by our diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from women and people of all backgrounds.


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We are seeking a Technical Competence Development Specialist for the Simandou project who will be responsible for leading the strategic planning, development, and implementation of competency?based training and development initiatives across the Sales Area or designated sites. This role ensures that both theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for operational excellence are effectively developed, measured, and sustained through structured learning paths, coaching, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Identify knowledge (theoretical) and skills (practical/application) gaps across the workforce.
  • Develop and maintain competency frameworks aligned with business needs and workforce requirements.
  • Create and maintain a training and coaching schedule to address identified gaps.
  • Schedule required knowledge?based training for employees at the respective sites.
  • Conduct, train, and assess technical skills coaching activities on site.
  • Implement and sustain a continuous coaching philosophy, ensuring consistent application of the process.
  • Ensure the quality and accuracy of all coaching and competence?related records.
  • Update and communicate regular progress reports, including the competence matrix and coaching activity database.
  • Collaborate with site management to set technical skill level targets for the respective location.
  • Transfer all activities and knowledge to the local counterpart through effective shadowing.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously enhance development programs based on feedback, performance data, and observed outcomes.

Qualifications and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Extensive experience in planning, driving, and coordinating training programs.
  • Strong business acumen with a solid EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) focus.
  • Strong experience in training needs analysis, designing, developing, and/or implementing training projects
  • Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and people?management skills.
  • Proven experience in managing training records and preparing accurate reports; strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders across the organization.
  • Strong organizational and follow?up skills.
  • Proficiency in spreadsheets and other MS Office applications.
  • Willingness to travel and work in remote locations for extended periods.
  • Ability to work as part of a multi?disciplinary team and provide guidance where required.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive


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