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Industry Sales Engineer

Perth Permanent AU$120,000 - AU$140,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This role drives growth by developing new business and strengthening key industry relationships while providing tailored automation solutions. It blends technical expertise with strategic sales to support customers and expand market presence.
  • Work for a global business with supportive team culture
  • Clear progression plan to grow into a branch manager

About Our Client

They are a well‑established, innovation‑focused organisation operating within the industrial automation and sensor technology sector. Known for their strong engineering heritage and commitment to high‑quality solutions, they support a wide range of industries by providing advanced automation products, technical expertise, and data‑driven tools that help customers improve efficiency, safety, and productivity.

The client places a strong emphasis on customer partnership-working closely with businesses to understand their processes and deliver tailored solutions that solve real‑world operational challenges. Their culture is collaborative, forward‑thinking, and grounded in continuous learning, ensuring their teams stay aligned with emerging technologies and evolving industry demands.

With a national footprint and global connections, they offer their employees exposure to complex applications, diverse industries, and opportunities for professional development. Their workplace values initiative, technical curiosity, and commercial acumen, fostering an environment where people can grow, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to customer success.

Job Description

    • Drive sales growth within a defined industry by targeting high‑potential customers.
    • Identify, research, and qualify new business opportunities to expand the customer base.
    • Build strong relationships with key decision makers and act as a trusted technical advisor.
    • Develop tailored account strategies to win opportunities and maximise sales potential.
    • Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and ensure consistent progression of opportunities.
    • Use technical and application expertise to solve customer automation challenges.
    • Apply a structured sales methodology to guide customers through the buying process.
    • Collaborate with product, marketing, and global industry teams to support market development.
    • Support local sales teams with strategic opportunities and shared customer insights.
    • Stay informed on industry trends, competitors, and new technologies to strengthen sales strategy.
    • Track performance, maintain accurate CRM data, and provide regular progress reports.
    • Continuously upskill and share knowledge to enhance team capability and customer outcomes.



The Successful Applicant

  • Demonstrates strong commercial acumen with a proactive, opportunity‑driven mindset.
  • Brings a blend of technical curiosity and practical problem‑solving skills suited to complex automation environments.
  • Have technical experience across industrial sensors, IO link technology, Controls & PLC /HMI soloutions.
  • Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels-from operators to senior executives.
  • Possesses the resilience and persistence needed to pursue long‑term opportunities and close high‑value deals.
  • Thrives both independently and within a collaborative, team‑selling environment.
  • Highly organised, structured, and strategic in planning, preparation, and account management.
  • Adaptable and resourceful, able to navigate diverse industries, challenges, and customer needs.
  • Committed to ongoing learning, staying current with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices.
  • Nice to have: Electrical Engineering qualification & Existing Mining network.

What's on Offer

  • From $120k - $150k base + Car + Super + Bonus
  • Fully maintained company vehicle, plus mobile phone and laptop.
  • Comprehensive performance‑based bonus structure designed to reward achievement.
  • 17.5% annual leave loading, adding extra value to paid time off.
  • Birthday leave, giving you an additional day to celebrate.
  • Ongoing professional development, including training, upskilling opportunities, and access to industry knowledge.
  • Regular sales competitions, providing recognition and prizes for high performance.
  • Attendance at national conferences and major industry trade shows, offering valuable exposure and networking opportunities.
  • Flexible working options



If you are a driven Industry Sales Engineer ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Georgie Palmer
Quote job ref
JN-122025-6894515
Phone number
0407 178 978

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Automation / Mechatronics / Robotics
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Perth
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Georgie Palmer
Consultant phone
0407 178 978
Job Reference
JN-122025-6894515
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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