Engineering and Sales Manager

Australian Water Engineers; Ipswich City; Presencial; AUD 150 000 - 210 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Australian Water Engineers is seeking a senior Engineer (RPEQ) to lead a cross-functional team in Riverview, QLD. You will drive technical excellence while also applying strong commercial and sales acumen to grow the business with key clients.

Role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, RPEQ status, and 10+ years in manufacturing/fabrication. The position blends engineering leadership with strategic business development and client management.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• RPEQ status is mandatory.
• 10+ years of hands-on manufacturing and fabrication experience.
• Strong leadership and mentoring experience.
• Proven commercial acumen including HR and BDM disciplines.
• Track record in technical sales within engineering sectors.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a cross-functional team of junior engineers, drafters, and technical sales staff.
• Oversee manufacturing and fabrication processes and ensure compliance with RPEQ standards.
• Drive business growth through client relationships and technical sales strategies.
• Manage project budgets, commercial negotiations and departmental financial performance.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align operations with company objectives.

Conhecimentos

Team leadership

Engineering oversight

Technical sales

Business development

Client relationship management

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

MEM or MBA (advantage)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Australian Water Engineers – Riverview QLD

Australian Water Engineers Pty Ltd is a leading engineering firm based in Riverview, QLD. We specialise in delivering high-quality engineered flow control products. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a highly capable and commercially minded experienced senior Engineer to step into a key leadership role, working closely with the Managing Director to drive our technical and commercial success.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and well-rounded Engineer who holds RPEQ status and possesses a strong background in manufacturing and fabrication. This is a dynamic role that goes beyond just engineering; it requires exceptional business acumen, team leadership, and technical sales expertise.

You will be responsible for running a cross-functional team of junior engineers, drafters, and technical sales personnel, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & HR: Manage, mentor, and develop a small, dedicated team of junior engineers, drafters, and technical sales staff. Handle day-to-day team operations and performance management.
• Engineering Oversight: Lead technical problem-solving, oversee manufacturing and fabrication processes, and ensure all engineering output meets RPEQ standards.
• Technical Sales & Business Development: Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, managing client relationships, and utilising technical sales strategies to secure contracts.
• Commercial & Financial Management: Apply strong business acumen to oversee project budgets, commercial negotiations, and overall financial performance of the engineering department.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work directly with executive leadership to align engineering operations with the company’s broader business and commercial objectives.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, post graduate MEM or MBA highly regarded.
• Accreditation: Current RPEQ status is mandatory.
• Industry Experience: Extensive 10+ years hands-on background in manufacturing and fabrication environments.
• Leadership: Proven experience managing, mentoring, and leading technical teams.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated capability in business management, encompassing commercial, financial, HR, and BDM disciplines.
• Sales Skills: Strong track record in technical sales, client relationship management, and business development within the engineering sector.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to commercial clients.

Why Join Us?

Step into a senior leadership position with significant autonomy and influence over business outcomes.

Lead a talented and dedicated team in a growing company.

A diverse role that perfectly balances technical engineering, team management, and commercial strategy.