Sales Engineer

Interwaste, a leader in waste management solutions across Southern Africa, is seeking a seasoned Sales Engineer – Wastewater Treatment to join our team at the Germiston branch . With a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, Interwaste is dedicated to creating a better future by transforming waste challenges into impactful opportunities. Role Overview The Sales Engineer– Wastewater Treatment will be responsible for identifying opportunities, comprehending and addressing customer needs with effective waste water treatment solutions, promoting our wastewater solutions, building strong client relationships and meeting sales targets. If you are passionate about wastewater treatment and have a proven track record in technical sales, we encourage you to apply. If you are a results-driven and dynamic individual with a strong passion for wastewater treatment and have a proven track record in technical sales, a commitment to integrity, and a desire to work for a company that makes a difference, we invite you to apply and join us in shaping a sustainable future. Key responsibilities Sales Proactively identify potential clients and projects in various sector requiring water treatment solutions. Willingness to travel frequently to meet with clients. Driving Effluent Treatment Plant sales objectives. Developing new strategies and fostering strong customer relationship within various industrial waste effluent treatment as advantage. Technical Consultation Act as a subject matter expert on our waste water treatment solutions to evaluate customers needs. Advise clients on appropriate solutions to address their specific requirements. Streamline the acceptance sampling at the client sites. Sales Presentations Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations to effectively communicate the value of our products and services. Prepare accurate and competitive quotations and proposals, ensuring all technical and commercial aspects are addressed. Meet or exceed sales targets and revenue objectives. Client Relationship Management Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships by understanding their needs, presenting tailored solutions, and providing exceptional service. Manage and negotiate contracts and sales agreements. Provide pre-sales and post-sales support to clients. Market Research and Collaboration Stay updated on industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies in the industrial water sector. Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities. Collaborate with the technical and product development teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Collaborate with the technical and support teams to ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction. Knowledge, abilities and skills Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Technical sales and proposal writing Strong understanding of water treatment processes and technologies Analytical Thinking Strong competency in negotiating and closing business deals Excellent presentation skills Exceptional ability to analyse market trends and competitor behaviour Excellent ability to maintain solid client relationships Effective communication skills Exceptional interpersonal skills Proficiency with integrated business management software Strong organisation skills Ability to work under pressure Must be able to show initiative Computer literacy Desired Experience & Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering/Environmental Engineering or equivalent and sales/marketing related qualification preferable. Minimum of 5 years, industry experience with a proven track record in new business sales. Experience with identifying profitable business opportunities and potential clients. Proven experience in a sales engineering role, in wastewater treatment or a similar industry. Strong understanding of water treatment processes and technologies Who We Are Interwaste is a wholly owned subsidiary of Séché Environnement. We are Southern Africa’s leading waste management company, committed to the sustainable preservation of the environment. We leverage technological excellence and innovation to solve a range of waste problems, ensuring accountability, integrity, safety, and excellence in all our operations. What We Offer Opportunities for growth and development. A commitment to sustainability and innovation. A supportive, safety-conscious, and inclusive workplace. Join us in shaping a sustainable future. Apply now to be part of our mission If you’re passionate about creating a thriving workplace and are ready to contribute to a sustainable future, apply now and become part of our mission Candidates must apply via LinkedIn and submit their resumes for consideration. To learn more about Interwaste, visit our website As an equal opportunity’s employer, we uphold a compliant, fair, and inclusive workplace environment. We reserve the right to not fill the position. Should you not hear back from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. If you have previously responded, please do not re-submit. Interwaste subscribes to the principles of employment equity #J-18808-Ljbffr