Fire Suppression TechnicianSandvik · Australia, VIC, East Bendigo

Fire Suppression Technician

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-08 Australia, VIC, East Bendigo Hybrid Trades Services
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$4,200–A$5,800/mo

About the Company

Sandvik Mining Fire Suppression Technician - Bendigo I VIC About the opportunity We are seeking motivated mechanical tradespeople to join our NSW/VIC Fire Suppression team. As a Fire Suppression Technician you will be responsible for installing, servicing, and diagnosing fire suppression systems on mining equipment, ensuring they operate efficiently and safely. You will also provide technical support while maintaining accurate documentation to uphold compliance and quality standards. Based from Bendigo, you will also travel to sites across the state and into NSW as required to support local contracts. This position operates on a 9-day fortnight roster with and additional premiums for weekend and remote travel. To support your development, Sandvik provides green and gold card certification training, equipping you with the skills needed to excel in the role. Roster : 9-day Fortnight (5/2 and 4/3 each fortnight - 9.5 hour days)

Responsibilities

  • ● Perform fault diagnosis, maintain, and install Fire Suppression systems
  • ● Identify faults in the electrical and mechanical configuration of various mobile suppression systems
  • ● Maintain inspection test reports and documentation
  • ● Support technicians from other regions and assist in training
  • ● Adhere to all policies & procedures especially the EHS policies
  • ● Work effectively either in a team environment or autonomously
  • ● Assist with machine audits/inspections
  • ● Accreditation by the Fire Protection Association (FPA) (desirable)
  • ● Valid Driver's License (compulsory)
  • ● Highly motivated with prior trade experience is a must
  • ● Service experience of Mobile Fire Suppression systems will be a distinct advantage
  • ● Strong customer service and communication skills
  • ● Flexible to work with customer requirements, procedures, and safety policies
  • ● Positive attitude and a high level of determination to achieve targets set for customer satisfaction
  • ● Ability to complete a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test
  • ● High attention to detail
  • ● Safety focussed
  • ● Superannuation contributions , with the ability for you to opt into higher superannuation amounts
  • ● Tool of the trade - Company Car
  • ● Comprehensive Employee Benefits Program , including salary sacrifice options, and a Length of Service Recognition program.
  • ● Company-wide bonus scheme to reward your hard work and dedication.
  • ● Company-funded paid parental leave , with superannuation contributions during the leave period.
  • ● Extensive training opportunities , from internal programs to contributions towards external studies.
  • ● Sandvik Wellness Program to support and enhance your health and wellbeing.
  • ● Ongoing development , opportunities with extensive internal and external training opportunities.