Technical Sales & Business Development Representative

Recruiter

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref

1236370665

Date posted

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO

Do you enjoy turning technical challenges into commercial opportunities?

Are you an engineer who enjoys working with people just as much as solving technical problems? Do you thrive on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering solutions that create real value for clients?

If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

A specialised organisation operating within the aviation and engineering sector is seeking a Technical Sales & Business Development Representative to join their Johannesburg team.

This role offers the opportunity to combine your technical expertise with commercial strategy, working closely with clients to understand their challenges, identify solutions, and drive business growth in a highly technical environment.

Whether you're meeting with clients, presenting solutions, preparing proposals, or uncovering new opportunities, no two days will be the same.

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What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing and securing new business opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Understanding customer requirements and recommending appropriate technical solutions.
• Conducting client visits, presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions.
• Preparing quotations, proposals, tenders, and supporting documentation.
• Providing technical support throughout the customer journey.
• Negotiating commercial agreements and contracts.
• Monitoring sales performance and identifying growth opportunities.
• Representing the business at industry events, exhibitions, conferences, and meetings.
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Supporting colleagues through product and service training where required.
• Contributing towards achieving business growth and sales objectives.

What We're Looking For:

• A qualification in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Previous experience in a technical sales, engineering, business development, or customer-facing technical role.
• A professional who enjoys engaging with people and solving complex challenges.
• Someone who is motivated by growth, relationship building, and delivering value to clients.
• A self-starter who is comfortable travelling and working independently.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Exposure to a highly specialised technical industry.
• A role that combines engineering knowledge with commercial influence.
• The opportunity to engage with industry professionals and decision-makers.
• A dynamic environment where your contribution directly impacts business growth.
• Exposure to both technical and commercial aspects of a niche and fast-moving sector.

Ready to Turn Technical Expertise into Commercial Success?

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can combine your engineering knowledge, relationship-building skills, and commercial mindset, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.