
Business Development Manager | Defence and Marine
Lead Group
Posted 23 days ago
Bring your mechanical mindset, relationship-building skills, and passion for the outdoors to a role where you’ll work across leading-edge power systems and integrated technical solutions.
We’re partnering with a well-established, family-owned Australian business (founded in 1995) that operates at the intersection of diesel engine technology, marine systems, and defence capability.
About the role:
This Business Development Manager role offers a unique opportunity to work across two complementary product lines, high-performance diesel power systems, and integrated marine and off-grid solutions for retail, commercial, and military applications.
You’ll be the face of technically trusted brands known for quality, service, and customer care, backed by experienced engineers, trade-qualified sales support, and a reputation built over decades.
About the role:
- Drive new business opportunities across the marine, defence, and industrial sectors
- Represent a suite of complementary products and systems, including diesel engines, integrated marine solutions, and off-grid equipment
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with technical buyers and project stakeholders
- Conduct site visits, attend client meetings, and represent the business at major trade shows (domestic and occasional international)
- Collaborate with engineering and workshop teams to deliver custom project solutions
- Maintain a clear, well-managed pipeline and contribute to a professional, supportive team culture
About you:
- Proven experience in B2B technical sales or business development
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in marine, automotive, or off-grid power systems
- Experience working with, or selling into, the Australian defence sector
- Confidence engaging with customers across commercial, military, and industrial markets
- A self-motivated, independent approach with strong follow-through
- Alignment with a family business culture — professional, values-led, and customer-first
- Bonus: You enjoy 4WDing, boating, or the outdoors, you’ll fit right in
- Previous experience with Hubspot CRM systems will help
The offer:
- Base salary: $120k – $130k + Super
- Car allowance + performance-based bonus
- A dual-brand role with exposure to diverse technical solutions and client types
- Training, support, and collaboration with trade-qualified experts
- Travel to national and international trade shows and client sites
- A long-term opportunity within a stable, respected Australian business
- Yearly salary review and Christmas bonus
- Known for their over-the-top Christmas parties
Apply directly or send your CV with a cover letter to [email protected] or reach out for a confidential chat 0477 297 722.
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