TECHNICAL SALES LEAD - FISHING, MILLING & WHIPSTOCK

Weatherford; Bergen; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oilfield service company in Bergen is on the lookout for a Technical Sales Lead to spearhead sales for innovative well intervention and drilling technologies. This position focuses on developing strategic plans, driving upselling in contracts, and ensuring overall customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales and field experience, preferably in fishing and milling. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Solid pension and insurance schemes

Active sports and social club

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong operational understanding of downhole tools.
• Existing relationships with key clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans to strengthen the ISDT portfolio.
• Drive upselling initiatives within existing contracts.
• Engage with clients to gather feedback for improvements.

Skills

Sales experience in the oil and gas industry

Field experience in fishing and milling

Client engagement skills

Technical understanding of downhole tools

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

SFDC.com

XAIT-Porter

Job description

Job Description

Technical Sales Lead – Fishing, Milling and Whipstock

Location: Bergen, Norway

Are you ready to take the lead in driving sales for cutting‑edge well intervention and drilling technologies? Weatherford Norge is seeking a driven and business‑minded Technical Sales Lead to join our team in Bergen.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy, and customer engagement, and who wants to make a tangible impact on the growth of Weatherford’s Intervention Services & Drilling Tools (ISDT) business.

About The Role

As Technical Sales Lead, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence and delivering on ambitious revenue targets through close collaboration with our local and international sales and product line teams. Your strategic insight, technical understanding, and customer focus will be key to strengthening Weatherford’s position in the region.

Reporting to the Technical Sales Manager, you’ll work cross‑functionally with Account Managers, Sales Managers, and Global Business Managers to ensure both operational excellence and commercial success. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining a robust product line strategy, identifying new business opportunities, and introducing innovative technologies that add value for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

As a Technical Sales Lead, you will have a diverse and high‑impact role with clear commercial and strategic responsibilities. Your main focus will be to strengthen Weatherford’s position within Intervention Services and Drilling Tools by driving customer value, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring operational excellence.

Your Key Responsibilities Include

• Develop strategic plans to strengthen the ISDT portfolio and Weatherford’s identity by understanding customer and industry goals.
• Drive upselling initiatives within existing contracts and product deliveries.
• Consistently and effectively use available technologies (SFDC.com, XAIT-Porter) to manage and track sales activity.
• Follow up on leads and opportunities for ISDT; create and update leads in SFDC.
• Lead and contribute to tender development and response processes, ensuring timely and high‑quality submissions.
• Collaborate with Commercial Operations for efficient tender management, including negotiation processes.
• Engage with clients to discuss technical specifications and ISDT portfolio offerings, gathering feedback to continuously improve our solutions.
• Review contracts in conjunction with the Account Manager to assess overall performance and client satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate business risks through strategic planning and risk management.

What We Are Looking For

Education and experience

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in the oil and gas industry
• Minimum 3 years of field experience, preferably in fishing and milling
• Strong operational understanding of downhole tools, such as fishing and milling, coiled tubing interventions, and drilling tools applications.
• Strong track record in high level client engagements
• Existing relationship with Key clients
• Experience in preparing and delivering client presentations
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate compliance and risk mitigation
• College / University, Bachelor's degree or higher. Can be replaced by long experience

Personal Skills

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team‑oriented and able to manage multiple projects with a positive, proactive attitude
• Professional and customer‑focused approach
• Strong technical understanding of the oil and gas industry
• Advanced computer and presentation skills; experienced in client‑facing delivery
• Broad knowledge of sales, negotiations, and Drilling & Wells products and services
• Ability to understand and assess cross‑product line opportunities

What We Offer

• A positive, diverse, and supportive workplace with experienced and skilled colleagues
• Competitive compensation, solid pension and insurance schemes
• Active sports and social club that encourages balance and wellbeing
• An inclusive company culture built on equality, respect, and opportunity for all
• A passionate and talented team with a true collaborative spirit — “One Weatherford”
• Challenging and rewarding career paths with opportunities to learn, grow, and shape your own future

Ready to shape the future of well and drilling technology?

Join us and play a key role in one of the industry’s most forward‑thinking technical sales teams. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Weatherford.

About Weatherford

Weatherford Norge AS is one of the leading oilfield service companies in Norway, with its headquarters located in Forus. As part of Weatherford International, a global leader in providing advanced products and services to the oil and gas industry, we offer a comprehensive range of solutions, from drilling and evaluation to completion, production, and intervention.

Our success is driven by our talented and dedicated employees. At Weatherford, we foster a culture of collaboration, generosity, and creativity. We believe the best solutions emerge when we help each other grow in an environment that supports and encourages innovative ideas.

Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program, and a challenging yet rewarding career path. You’ll enjoy a healthy balance of structure and flexibility, empowering you to shape your own professional journey.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world‑class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.