Andrew Dawson is the Business Line Manager, Load & Haul at Sandvik, a role he has held since October 2020. Based in Perth, Western Australia, Andrew brings more than 18 years of experience with Sandvik, having held a range of senior roles across Account and Applications Management and Customer Management in both Australia and Canada. His career spans operational, commercial and customer‑focused leadership across diverse mining markets.

Andrew began his career completing a First Class Welder apprenticeship in Australia before relocating to Scotland, where he worked in the Oil & Gas industry. He holds a Business degree from Edith Cowan University, combining hands‑on technical experience with strong commercial and strategic capability. Andrew’s background across heavy industry, mining and energy underpins his perspective on leadership, technology and operational performance in complex industrial environments.