Technical Sales Representative - Western Cape

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At Solevo, we connect communities and industries with the solutions they need to grow, thrive, and transform. From supporting agricultural self-sufficiency to driving industrial innovation, we are shaping the future of Africa’s life sciences and industrial sectors.

Who are we?

SOLEVO is a leading distributor of chemicals and inputs for specific industrial and agricultural segments in Africa. SOLEVO assists African farmers and Industries succeed by providing them with a full range of fertilizers, seeds, crop protection products and industrial chemicals they need with a guaranteed quality and good value. With over 75 years at the frontier of economic growth and transformation across Africa, we deliver critical raw materials and expertise to the continent’s high GDP-contributing life sciences and industrials sectors.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced and talented Technical Sales Representative to join our Sales team.

What do we expect from the candidate?

The candidate will be part of our Sales team and will be responsible for driving sales growth and deliver technical support for water treatment solutions across the domestic market and the African mining sector, collaborating closely with Solevo teams across the region.

Combine strong commercial acumen with technical expertise to ensure customers receive optimized water treatment products, improve system performance, and measurable operational value.

Manage key accounts, identified and developed new business opportunities, and conduct hands‑on fieldwork including jar/floc testing, site audits, troubleshooting, and performance optimization

The key responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at mining operations (plant managers, metallurgists, process engineers, and procurement teams).

• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with Solevo Colleagues in Africa.

• Promote and sell water treatment chemicals for mining applications, including flocculants, coagulants, scale and corrosion inhibitors, dust suppression products, and other process-related chemistries.

• Identify new business opportunities and support growth through technical demonstrations, trials, and proposals.

• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and quotations that demonstrate technical and commercial value.

• Achieve assigned sales targets and contribute to regional business growth.

Technical Support & Service

• Conduct on-site floc/jar tests and laboratory evaluations to determine optimal product selection and dosage.

• Perform regular site service visits to monitor system performance, adjust treatment programs, and troubleshoot operational issues and/or develop this capability in local staff members.

• Assist in commissioning new treatment programs and provide training to customer staff on product handling and application.

• Collect and analyze water and process samples, interpret test results, and recommend improvements.

• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting trials, monitoring data, and performance outcomes.

If you possess…

Must-Have:

• Degree/Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Water/Environmental Science, or related field. Alternatively, at least 20 years specific water treatment experience in the Mining Sector.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in water treatment, mining, or related process industries.

• Strong technical knowledge of water treatment chemistries, flocculants, and separation technologies used in mining.

• Proven sales experience in technical products (preferably chemicals or process solutions).

• Practical experience conducting floc/jar tests, chemical dosing, and plant trials.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and commercial decision-makers.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to remote mining sites.

• Medically Fit for access onto Mining sites and Underground where applicable.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build trust and long-term partnerships.

• Results-driven, with a balance of sales acumen and…