About the Role We are seeking a **mining technical support specialist** with experience in **underground mining and tunneling projects**, responsible for ensuring the correct application, performance, and validation of products such as **mortars, concrete, shotcrete, and specialized solutions**, providing technical support to customers, sales teams, and projects under demanding operational conditions. Your Skills and Experience **Academic Qualifications** * Degree in **Mining, Civil, or Geological Engineering, or a related field**. * Certification in **shotcrete (EFNARC or ACI)** is desirable. **Experience** * **Minimum 3 years** of field and/or laboratory experience in: + underground mining + tunneling + shotcrete projects * Participation in testing, commissioning, and execution of technical projects on mining sites. * Experience interacting with customers, contractors, and operational teams. **Specific Knowledge** * Technical knowledge of: + **mortars, concrete, and shotcrete** + mixture design and adjustment + paste fill applications + fiber evaluation * Conducting **laboratory and field tests**: compression, absorption, aggregate characterization. * Operation of **application equipment (shotcrete machines, dosing systems)** – desirable. * Ability to perform **technical benchmarking against competitors**. * Preparation of **technical reports, statistical analyses, and presentations**. * Knowledge of **mining safety standards (EHS)**. **Skills and Competencies** * Strong **technical analysis and problem-solving capabilities** in the field. * Clear technical communication with customers, sales teams, and operational teams. * Planning and organization of technical activities in complex projects. * Ability to **train on-site personnel** on product application. * Management of technical information and test data. * Adaptability to work in **demanding environments (mine/tunnel)**. * Collaborative work with laboratory, R\+D, sales, and operations departments. * Strong results orientation and commitment to technical-operational compliance. **Other Requirements** * **Full availability to travel** and work on-site at mining projects. * Ability to work under conditions of **high operational risk**. * Basic/intermediate English (desirable). * Focus on **safety, sustainability, and integrity** across all activities. Why Join Us At Sika, **trust is our most important value**. We believe in the capabilities, commitment, and integrity of all our employees—every single day. Therefore, we offer an **attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package**, designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.**Our benefits include:*** Salary: 30,000 (80% fixed, 20% variable) * Restaurant voucher card * 10% grocery vouchers * 6% savings fund contribution * 50% vacation bonus * Additional days off beyond statutory requirements * Special leave programs * Pension plan * Life insurance * Major medical expense insurance * Statutory benefits, including vacation and year-end bonus * Utility vehicle We offer competitive salaries aligned with local market standards and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based on relevant skills for the position, education, and/or training. We are committed to applying fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. About Sika Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading global position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the construction and automotive industries. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries worldwide and produces innovative technologies for customers around the globe in over 400 factories. In doing so, it plays a key role in enabling the construction and automotive industries to become more environmentally compatible. With more than 33\.000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11\.200 million in 2023\.
Juan García
Indeed · HR
Juan García
Indeed · HR
