External Sales Specialist – Valves (Water and Sewer Technology)

Location: Melbourne or Sydney preferred, other locations considered based on experience
Type: Full-time
Reports to: General Manager

Who We Are

Metaval is an Australian, family-owned industrial engineering company that has been delivering world-class solutions since 1967. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Australia, India, and the UAE, we are among the few companies that offer an end-to-end supply chain. Our capabilities include in-house design, forging, casting, machining, assembling, flow calibration, and testing.

We serve a diverse range of industries, including water and wastewater, mining, oil and gas, power generation, petrochemicals, pulp and paper, and food processing. Our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted partner in fluid control solutions worldwide.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven External Sales Specialist for Valves in the Water and Sewer Technology sector to expand our market presence and drive sales growth. This role is ideal for a results-driven technical sales professional who enjoys building strong customer relationships and providing tailored technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Client Management and Business Growth

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while identifying and securing new business opportunities
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets
• Travel extensively to meet clients, conduct site visits, and close deals

Technical Expertise and Sales Support

• Provide expert guidance on valves, instrumentation, and mechanical solutions
• Understand customer requirements and recommend tailored solutions for water, sewer, hydropower, mining, power generation, and petrochemical applications
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and quotations

Industry and Product Knowledge

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive offerings
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless project execution
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions

What You Bring

• Experience in sales or project engineering within mechanical products or industrial solutions
• Strong technical knowledge of valves, instrumentation, and mechanical solutions for water, sewer, and related industries
• Previous experience selling into sectors such as water and wastewater, mining, power generation, petrochemical, or hydropower
• Ability to build relationships and drive new business development
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel extensively across Australia

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with incentives
• Regular salary reviews
• Car allowance
• Flexible work environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities