Hands-On Sales Manager – $90–$100k Base + Bonuses

at; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar retailer in Gold Coast is seeking a hands-on Sales Manager to lead and grow a high-performance sales team. The ideal candidate will manage daily operations, train staff, and drive sales in a dynamic environment. This role offers a base salary of $90k–$100k with bonuses potentially exceeding $250k. Join a supportive company that prioritizes growth and quality in solar installations.

Benefits

Base salary + performance bonuses

Strong lead generation support

Ability to build and shape sales team

Qualifications

• Experience managing a solar sales team or high performing solar closer.
• Hands-on leader, not just an office manager.
• Proven ability to train, coach, and grow closers.
• Strong recruiter with instincts for talent.
• Thrives in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and coach a team of solar consultants.
• Recruit and onboard new sales reps.
• Conduct in-home meetings to lead by example.
• Run daily huddles and track KPIs.
• Drive consistency and culture across the team.

Skills

Leadership

Sales management

Training

Recruiting

Coaching

Communication

Job description

Solar Surge Australia Pty Ltd
Gold Coast QLD
Sales Management (Sales)
Full time
$90,000–$100,000 base + bonuses (OTE $250k+)

Lead From the Front. Build a High-Performance Team.

Solar Surge Australia is one of the fastest-growing solar retailers in the country — backed by our own installation arm, rapid turnaround times, and one of the strongest lead-generation systems in the industry.

We’re now hiring a hands‑on Sales Manager to drive performance, scale new areas, and lead a team that closes consistently every week.

This is NOT an office‑only or clipboard‑style management role.
You will be on the road, in homes, training, recruiting, and setting the standard.

What You’ll Do

Lead, train and coach a team of high‑performance solar consultants

Recruit and onboard new reps ( closers)

Conduct some in‑home sits per week to stay sharp and lead from the front

Run daily huddles, KPI tracking and accountability systems

Provide on‑road coaching, ride‑alongs and field support

Open new sales territories and support expansion

Drive consistency, culture and structure across the team

Work closely with Operations & Installs to maintain fast job turnaround

What You’ll Get

$90–$100k base salary (depending on experience)

OTE $250k+ with performance bonuses

Ability to build and shape your own sales team

Strong lead‑generation support (D2D team + phone setters)

Full installation capability with 2.5‑week average battery turnaround

A company that genuinely supports its sales team

What We’re Looking For

>Experience managing a solar sales team or a high performing solar closer wanting to step up

A true hands‑on leader — not just an office manager

Proven ability to train, coach and grow closers

Strong recruiter with good instincts for talent

High standards, strong communication and a drive to scale

Someone who thrives in a fast‑moving, growth‑driven environment

Who We Are

Solar Surge Australia is a rapidly growing solar retailer with its own installation arm, giving us complete control from sale to install. We pride ourselves on transparency, quality installations, speed, and systems that actually support our sales team.

If you want to lead from the front, lift performance, and play a key role in scaling a serious sales organisation — this is your opportunity.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a sales manager?
• How many years of sales management experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in a training & development role?
• How many years' recruitment experience do you have?
• What's the largest size team you have managed?
• Do you have experience working towards targets and KPIs?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Solar Specialist?

Solar Surge Australia is a quality-driven solar retailer based on the Gold Coast, specialising in residential solar and battery systems. We manage the entire journey — from consultation and finance to installation, grid connection, and post‑sale support. Our focus is on delivering high‑performance, long‑lasting systems that actually save customers money.

We don’t cut corners, we don’t push cheap gear, and we pride ourselves on clear communication and great customer outcomes. As we scale, we’re building a team of motivated professionals who want to grow with us.

Solar Surge Australia is a quality-driven solar retailer based on the Gold Coast, specialising in residential solar and battery systems. We manage the entire journey — from consultation and finance to installation, grid connection, and post‑sale support. Our focus is on delivering high‑performance, long‑lasting systems that actually save customers money.

We don’t cut corners, we don’t push cheap gear, and we pride ourselves on clear communication and great customer outcomes. As we scale, we’re building a team of motivated professionals who want to grow with us.