Territory Hire Manager – Melbourne

The Company

The Porter Group is an international group of companies supplying heavy equipment to the construction, mining and forestry industries, as well as major government agencies.

Established in 1945, the Group began by importing heavy equipment and parts, building the Porter name and laying the foundation for our core business of supplying heavy equipment through sales and hire. Today, The Porter Group supplies world-leading brands across New Zealand, Australia, Papua New Guinea and the United States.

The Role

Porter Hire is seeking an experienced and motivated Territory Hire Manager to join our Victorian team.

Based from our Melbourne branch, you will be responsible for developing new business and maintaining strong customer relationships across the Melbourne metropolitan area and broader Victorian market.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing position focused on equipment hire sales, business development, territory expansion and account management. You will work closely with customers to understand their equipment requirements, provide practical hire solutions and deliver a high standard of service throughout the hire process.

The successful candidate will be commercially driven, comfortable working independently and willing to take a practical approach when required.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have experience in the equipment hire, heavy equipment sales, construction, civil infrastructure or related industries.

Knowledge of earthmoving equipment and an established network within the Melbourne or Victorian construction market would be highly regarded. However, applicants with strong business development capability and relevant industry experience are also encouraged to apply.

Essential Qualities and Experience

·     Strong drive for achievement and a high level of initiative

·     Demonstrated business development and account management capability

·     A proactive, self-motivated and solutions-focused approach

·     Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills

·     High levels of personal integrity, accountability and resilience

·     Strong computer and administrative skills

·     Ability to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team

·     Current Victorian driver licence

·     Knowledge of earthmoving equipment or the equipment hire industry

What We Offer

An attractive salary package is available for the successful candidate, including:

·     Company vehicle

·     Mobile phone

·     Laptop

·     The opportunity to represent an established international equipment business

·     A practical, varied position with genuine territory growth opportunities

Apply Now

If you are a highly motivated sales professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, hands-on environment and wants to become an integral member of an established equipment hire business, please forward your CV and a brief cover letter to: [email protected].