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Technical Sales representative – Drainage and Plumbing Systems

The salary offering is RR35 000, dependent on relevant experience

Company cell phone

Company laptop

Petrol and data / mobile expenses covered.

MAIN TASKS

• Technical support of our sales / distribution partners & clients to ensure market PULL.
• Project management : acquisition, design, engineering of projects and site inspections
• Provide the sales team the technical support, which will entail support to our main installers on sites, making sure that the sites run smoothly.
• Furnish Site reports for main projects as required by management.
• Assist with designs by using our Silvestro software when needed.
• Build strong relationships with contractors.
• Organize and conduct sales oriented, as well as technical training for key partners, merchants, plumbers, engineers, developers.
• Organizing consultants’ visits for technical training and assistance
• Calling on assigned merchants, having regular visits to support, and partaking in demo days to assist with trade sales and interacting with trade plumbers.
• Use of CRM for all sales activities (customer visits planning, contact reports, project information)

YOUR PROFILE

• Knowledge of building industry and / or plumbing / sanitary industry
• Minimum 3 years working experience in plumbing / sanitary field, relationships to contractors and consultants, international experience is an advantage
• Experience on construction sites, hands on, sales and marketing
• MS Office, CRM, CAD (Autocad), REVIT / BIM application knowledge

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 25/04/2025

Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged, and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.

Responsible for performing a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor in the operation, maintenance, repair, and construction of water systems & wastewater collection systems, including water production and distribution systems, metering, pressure regulators, and customer service response.

• Provides lead direction, training, and work review to staff; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows up to ensure completion of assigned work.
• Reads blueprints at an intermediate level, analyzes project plans to determine construction requirements, and assigns duties accordingly.
• Operates water systems and performs maintenance tasks; cleans, maintains, and repairs main line sewers, manholes, and laterals; locates, repairs, and maintains water and sewer line breaks and leaks; repairs and installs various water and wastewater appurtenances.
• Performs utility line location marking, activates and terminates water meters, and assists with customer service requests.
• Performs meter testing and fire hydrant flushing.
• Conducts operational and safety checks of equipment before use.
• Excavates and backfills trenches using hand and power tools; repairs, installs, and maintains water lines, meters, and related facilities; cuts pipes, installs tapping valves, lays pipe, and installs valves, meters, and fire hydrants.
• Observes safe work methods, uses safety equipment, secures work sites from traffic hazards, and attends safety meetings. Checks job sites for potential hazards, including confined space concerns.
• Responds as a Shift Operator, depending on certifications achieved and duties assigned.
• Maintains and services a variety of test equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Installs, adjusts, and troubleshoots pressure regulating valves, meters, and chemical pumps (if applicable).
• Responds to questions and complaints from the public; carries out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas with heavy public use.
• Responds to emergency call-outs and performs standby duties as required.
• Prepares and maintains records of work performed and materials used.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s service by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member.

• Relevant technical tertiary qualification.
• 2-5 years of experience in water/wastewater collection systems operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Relevant certification and licenses as required by the South African water industry authorities.
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in maintaining and repairing water and wastewater infrastructure systems.
• Understanding of safe work methods and safety regulations.
• Proficiency with computer software including SCADA and GIS mapping.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, both in person and over the phone.

Applicants from Cape Town, Western Cape only will be considered.

Overview

An international chemical manufacturing company seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Technical Sales Representative in their Water Treatment Division ( Boiler / Cooling Water Systems ) based in the Western Cape ( Cape Town and surroundings ).

• Account Management


• Sales Development into the target market


• Technical Services


• Marketing support


• SHERQ Management as well as Continuous Improvement and Project Management Support.

Must have Matric with a Degree or Higher National Diploma or equivalent in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering

at least 5 years relevant technical sales experience of which 2 years experience in a sales & service environment related to the general water treatment industry

experience in polymer application to solid / liquid separation will be an added advantage.

Please email Andrea Galloway :

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates.

Should you not hear from us within 14 days then please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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