Technical Sales - South East in Tilbury

About the role

Our nationwide Trenching and Shoring division hires a range of equipment across the construction, utilities and infrastructure industries to identify the correct solution to support excavations safely using trench boxes, trench sheets, and braces systems. Reporting directly to the Head of Trenching & Shoring, the Technical Sales Engineer will be responsible for maximising Trenching & Shoring hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers and winning new business. This will include delivering sales presentations to our major account customers at a senior management level and attending depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering. The TSE will also work with various stakeholders across the GAP Group network including Regional Sales Managers and their sales teams to ensure pro‑active promotion of hire opportunities for Trenching & Shoring equipment within their existing customer base.

About You

• Significant experience working in a sales role within the Temporary Works/Trenching & Shoring/Hire industry is essential
• A proven track record in exceeding sales targets and generating revenue growth by maximising opportunities from existing customers and winning new business
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• An effective negotiator and problem solver with the ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word, and CRM systems
• Driving Licence (Essential)

About Us

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We\’re looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you\’ll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company‑funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well‑being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests)
• Company vehicle and fully expensed fuel card (optional)

Next Steps

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you! To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we\’ll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development
• Construction