Automation Technician

Job description

Automation Technician Location: Freeport (Highland), Tembagapura, Papua, Indonesia Business Area: Mining Job Category: Automation Employment Type: Full-time Job Purpose The Automation Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems, control equipment, PLCs, instrumentation, and related technologies to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The role supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities, identifies opportunities for system improvements, and works closely with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and enhance equipment performance. Key Responsibilities Repairing and replacing parts, following instructions, and automating technical equipment. Interpreting basic automation designs and maintenance manuals, assembling and disassembling to make necessary adjustments and alignments. Carrying out maintenance tasks independently and checking the results, as well as monitoring equipment operating on the panel to detect potential issues. Reporting and documenting work done according to relevant procedures and work instructions. Basic communication with customers – able to explain basic operational procedures and refer them to the responsible or relevant person. Providing feedback to line managers/team leaders regarding equipment maintenance and service challenges during automation operations. Giving limited guidance to level 1 trainees. Ensuring all work procedures (using available tools) are carried out according to safety standards. Preparing and carrying out all activities in accordance with rules, regulations, procedures, instructions, and SHEQ guidelines, while raising awareness, including reporting anomalies to others. Position Requirements EducationMinimum High School/ D3 IT or related field CertificationAuto Electric IT software ExperienceMinimum 2 years of experience in automation Technical SkillsAutomation or something like that (RCT/ Mine Gem) Language SkillsProficient in English (spoken and written) How to apply Submit your application via our website www.sandvik.com/career Applications close: 11 November 2026 Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be processed