Technical Sales Consultant

WE'RE HIRING: TECHNICAL SALES CONSULTANT – RIGGING & INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Salary: R25 000 – R32 000 per Month (Slightly negotiable)

An established company within the transport, rigging and industrial services industry is looking for an experienced, technically minded and commercially driven Technical Sales Consultant to join its Durban team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, conducting technical site assessments, preparing competitive quotations and overseeing the successful execution of rigging, machinery moving and industrial projects.

We are looking for someone who combines a strong hunter sales mentality with practical technical knowledge and the ability to manage projects from initial client engagement through to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the rigging, machinery moving and industrial sectors.
• Conduct cold calling, prospecting, networking and face-to-face client visits.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Conduct technical site assessments to establish project requirements and operational challenges.
• Assess machinery dimensions, lifting points, site access and equipment requirements.
• Recommend suitable rigging equipment, cranes, trucks and trailers for specific projects.
• Prepare accurate project costings, quotations and technical proposals.
• Source competitive subcontractor rates and negotiate profitable contracts.
• Follow up on quotations and negotiate with clients to secure new business.
• Coordinate with operational teams to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently and profitably.
• Oversee rigging crews and monitor workmanship, productivity and project progress.
• Identify opportunities for additional work, project variations and upselling.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures, including the safe use of rigging equipment.
• Maintain accurate sales records, quotations and client communication.
• Monitor project execution and resolve operational challenges where necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous technical sales and business development experience.
• Experience within rigging, machinery moving, heavy lifting or industrial transport is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of transport logistics, warehousing and industrial operations.
• Proven ability to identify new business opportunities, prepare quotations and negotiate contracts.
• Strong hunter sales mentality with excellent prospecting and closing skills.
• Ability to conduct site assessments and understand technical project requirements.
• Knowledge of cranes, trucks, trailers, lifting equipment and rigging operations would be highly advantageous.
• Strong numerical ability and experience with project costings and quotations.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Computer literate with strong administrative and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and attend client sites as required.

How To Apply Interested candidates can email their CVs

Email Subject: TECHNICAL CONSULTANT

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.