Fire Sales Engineer

In brief

**Overview** This explains the role of a Fire Sales Engineer at Fidelity Services Group. The position involves both business development and technical sales support for various fire protection systems. Key aspects include identifying customer requirements, designing compliant solutions, preparing quotations, and ensuring smooth project handovers to the operations team, alongside maintaining existing client relationships. **What you will do** The role involves: * **Business Development & Sales:** * Identify and develop new business opportunities within commercial, industrial, mining, healthcare, data centre, and logistics sectors. * Generate sales leads through networking, cold calling, site visits, and referrals. * Build and maintain strong relationships with consultants, contractors, facility managers, engineers, and end users. * Achieve monthly and annual sales targets. * Attend client meetings and conduct presentations on fire detection and gas suppression solutions. * **Technical Sales Support:** * Conduct site surveys and risk assessments. * Develop fire detection and suppression system proposals in accordance with relevant standards. * Design and specify: Addressable Fire Detection Systems, Conventional Fire Detection Systems, Aspirating Smoke Detection Systems VESDA, Beam Detection Systems, Gas Suppression Systems (FK-5-1-12, Novec 1230, Inergen, FM-200), Fire Alarm and Emergency Voice Evacuation Systems. * Interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications. * Assist customers with system selection and compliance requirements. * **Quotation & Tender Management:** * Prepare detailed quotations, proposals, and tender documentation. * Perform costing and estimate project requirements. * Review tender specifications and ensure compliance. * Negotiate pricing and contractual terms with clients. * **Project Handover & Support:** * Liaise with project managers and technical teams regarding awarded projects. * Attend project kick-off meetings. * Ensure smooth handover of project documentation and design information. * Assist in resolving technical issues during project execution. * Participate in system commissioning and client demonstrations when required. * **Compliance & Standards:** * Ensure all solutions comply with SANS 10139, SANS 14520, SANS 246, SANS 1475, SANS 10400-T, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and relevant insurance and client specifications. * Remain updated on industry developments and changes in legislation. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * SAQCC designer (advantageous) * Fire detection and gas suppression certifications (advantageous) * **Experience:** * Minimum 3 to 5 years' experience in technical sales within the fire protection industry. * Experience with fire detection systems and gaseous fire suppression systems. * Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. * **Technical Knowledge:** * Knowledge of Ziton, Advanced, Kentec, Siemens, Autronica, Notifier, ZP2 Fire Panels, VESDA Systems, Inergen Systems, Novec 1230 Systems, FM-200 Systems. * Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. * Understanding SANS standards. * **Computer Skills:** * Microsoft Office Suite * AutoCAD (advantageous) * CRM Systems (advantageous) * Estimating and quoting software * **Other Requirements:** * Valid driver's licence. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced technical sales professional with 3-5 years in the fire protection industry, specifically with fire detection and gas suppression systems, and a proven ability to meet sales targets. They should possess strong sales, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, coupled with technical problem-solving ability and a customer-focused approach. The role requires commercial and financial awareness, excellent time management, organizational skills, and the capacity to work independently, manage multiple projects, and handle pressure to meet deadlines. A valid driver's license is essential, and knowledge of specific fire system brands and SANS standards is required. Advantageous qualifications include SAQCC designer certification and other fire detection/gas suppression certifications. **Deadline** 6th November, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/fire-sales-engineer-fidelity-services-group Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD
• Cold calling
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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