Branch Manager – Spares and Service (Mining)

Recruitpro Solutions; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitpro Solutions in Kathu (Northern Cape) is seeking an experienced professional for sales and aftersales leadership in mining equipment. You will develop strategies for spares, maintenance solutions and service offerings, while expanding at key mine sites.

You will build strong customer relationships, provide technical support, coordinate service teams and drive refurbishment/parts supply optimization. A regional travel heavy role requires independence and a proven sales track record.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in aftersales, technical sales, service or site management in mining or heavy equipment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mineral separation and comminution equipment.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Customer-focused approach with problem-solving orientation.
• Ability to work independently; valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for aftersales, spare parts and maintenance solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities in mineral separation and comminution sectors.
• Meet or exceed regional sales targets and grow spares/service business at mine sites.
• Build and maintain relationships with mining companies and processing plants; provide aftersales support.
• Advise customers on maintenance, optimization and troubleshooting with service teams.
• Set up and manage service teams in the Northern Cape; monitor performance and efficiency.
• Manage spare parts inventory and refurbishment strategies with engineering/procurement.
• Monitor market trends and provide sales reports/forecasts to management.

Skills

Aftersales experience

Technical sales

Service/site management

Mining equipment knowledge

Sales targets

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

MS Office

Independent work

Travel readiness

Driver's licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Sales and Business Development

• Develop and carry out sales strategies for aftersales services, spare parts and maintenance solutions
• Identify new business opportunities in the mineral separation and comminution equipment sectors
• Meet or exceed regional sales targets
• Grow spares and service business and increase market share at key mine sites

Customer Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with mining companies and processing plants
• Provide technical support and aftersales solutions to ensure customer satisfaction
• Address customer concerns and escalation of technical issues as needed

Technical and Aftersales Support

• Advise customers on equipment maintenance, optimisation and troubleshooting
• Work with service teams to ensure timely, efficient aftersales support
• Conduct site visits to monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements

Service Team Set-up and Management

• Establish and oversee service teams for equipment maintenance and support in the Northern Cape
• Ensure teams are well trained, equipped and deployed efficiently
• Monitor team performance and improve operational efficiency

Spares and Refurbishment

• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure critical components are available on time
• Develop and implement refurbishment strategies to extend equipment lifespan
• Work with engineering and procurement to improve parts supply and refurbishment processes

Market Analysis and Reporting

• Monitor market trends and competitor activity in the Northern Cape mining sector
• Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to management

Minimum Requirements

• At least 5 years' experience in aftersales, technical sales, service or site management, or business development in the mining or heavy equipment industry
• Strong technical knowledge of mineral separation and comminution equipment
• Proven record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transport
• Willingness to be based in Kathu and travel extensively within the Northern Cape

Advantageous

• Experience in the Northern Cape mining sector
• Experience in setting up or managing service teams

Very favourable remuneration!