External Sales Representative

The Talent Experts; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in South Africa is seeking a sales professional to drive sales of lifting and load testing equipment. The role requires at least five years of sales experience, ideally in the lifting or rigging sectors, and offers competitive compensation along with a strong technical support system. You will enjoy the autonomy of managing your sales area while helping clients improve safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive package

Full autonomy in managing sales area

Strong technical support

Qualifications

• At least five years of sales experience in lifting, rigging, or related mechanical industries.
• Technical qualification or rigging background is an advantage.
• Valid driver's license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Sell a wide range of lifting and load testing equipment.
• Grow territory and develop new business opportunities.
• Manage your own pipeline and follow up on leads.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Product knowledge

Education

Matric

Job description

Introduction

Drive your sales career to new heights with a leader in lifting and safety solutions.

Is this you? You are a confident, self‑driven sales professional with a natural flair for building relationships and closing deals.

Ideally, you already have a strong network in the lifting, rigging, or heavy equipment sectors – or you come from‑on technical background and are ready to pivot into sales.

You are results‑oriented, thrive on autonomy, and know how to deliver value to clients in the mining, construction, and industrial markets.

What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)

You will take charge of selling a wide range of lifting and load testing equipment including hoists, slings, cages and crane baskets across South Africa and neighbouring regions.

Your goal is to grow your territory, develop new business opportunities and strengthen relationships with existing clients.

You will manage your own pipeline, follow up on leads and quotes, and ensure each customer receives top‑quality service and technical expertise.

Every day brings variety and challenge as you work with products that keep industries safe and productive.

Where you’ll be doing it

You will join an established engineering solutions provider known for delivering innovative lifting and height access solutions across Southern Africa.

The company's culture built on technical excellence, safety and teamwork, with a long‑standing reputation for service and reliability.

It is a place where initiative is valued and performance is rewarded.

What you’ll need

You will need matric and at least five years of sales experience, ideally in the lifting, rigging or related mechanical industries.

A technical qualification or rigging background will be a strong advantage, especially if you are looking to transition into sales.

Solid product knowledge, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a valid driver’s licence are essential.

What you’ll get

A competitive package, full autonomy in managing your sales area, and the opportunity to represent a respected and growing brand.

You will enjoy strong technical support, growth potential and the satisfaction of helping clients achieve safer and more efficient operations.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion please contact Lisa‑Mari Jordan on or send your CV to We appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date.

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