Technical Service Representative (Fireproofing Exp)

Top Vitae; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Technical Service Representative. This role involves providing essential technical support to the sales team, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with product specifications. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in fireproofing, enjoy traveling, and be proficient in quality control and report writing.

Qualifications

• Technical background with quality control experience preferred.
• Valid passport required for travel throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Self-confident and persistent nature.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to sales representatives and clients.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance.
• Compile project reports and ensure accurate record keeping.

Skills

Understanding of fireproofing

Construction industry knowledge

Quality control experience

Computer Literacy

Basic Report Writing

Persistence

Ability to travel

Job description

The Technical Service Representative position encompasses the back up of Roofing technical service to the sales team both on-site and in the office.

Typical Competencies Required :

• Good understanding of the fireproofing, construction industry and for heavy-duty coatings.
• Self-confident and persistent.
• Technical background with quality control experience.
• Computer Literate.
• Basic Report Writing
• Willing and able to travel throughout Sub-Saharan Africa when required.
• Must have a valid passport

Performance Areas

Technical Support to Sales

• To ensure support for the Sales Representative and the Sales Representative’s clients.
• Specification Compliance

On request, inspections are held on site to ensure that the products sold are being applied as per specification.

• Sample panels are applied as per specification, which are used as a reference panel on all future claims.
• Technical Assistance

Training and demonstrations are given regarding the processes of applying the various products, their limitations, performance and properties to clients when required.

• Technical advice or recommendation is provided to clients on various sites or telephonically.
• Samples

Both dry sample packs and actual on-site sample panels are provided for contracts where required.

• Product Development & Evaluation
• Assisting with product development and evaluation when requested.

When requested, conduct investigative work.

• Customer Complaints

Follow up on customer complaints and follow through with field and lab investigative work.

Administration

• To ensure accurate records are available on each project being supervised.
• Call Report

A timeous and accurate Technical Service Report is submitted to the Technical Service Manager regarding calls made during the week. This is handed in monthly at the end of each month.

• Technical Report

Compilation of general reports on digital platforms such as Tru QC and is typically issued to the application contactor / client.

• A detailed Reference Area Report is kept on every major project or project that carries warranty and is made available to the National Sales Manager or Technical Manager as requested.

Compliance

• To ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Health & Safety

Ensure that the necessary PPE is worn or used at all times.

• Comply with safety protocols when attending sites.
• Protection of Company Assets

Ensure company issued tools and equipment are used correctly and safely stored to prevent damage and theft of equipment.

• Equipment that is in the possession of the Technical Services Representative is ultimately the responsibility of the individual.

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response from our Recruitment Consultants within two weeks of applying for the position.

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