JOB DESCRIPTION

About the Role

Location: Office-based or Remote (Flexible Working Available)

About the Role

NOV WEFS, part of the Energy & Production Solutions division of NOV, is seeking a driven and technically capable Technical Sales Manager to develop and grow our presence within the UK Water Utilities sector.

This is a front-line, customer-facing sales role focused on winning new business, expanding market share, and building long-term relationships across utilities, contractors, and engineering partners.

Working closely with the Sales Director and VP Global Sales, you will play a key role in strengthening NOV WEFS position within this strategic market through proactive business development, technical engagement, and market-focused sales activity.

About the Company

NOV WEFS is a leading manufacturer of high-performance FRP composite and thermoplastic piping, tanks, manholes, pumping stations and project solutions, supporting industrial, municipal, and infrastructure markets.

As part of NOV's global Energy & Production Solutions division, we combine engineering expertise with manufacturing excellence to deliver reliable, high-quality, and sustainable solutions that support long-term customer success.

What We Offer

A high-impact role focused on market development and business growth

Direct collaboration with Sales Director and VP Global Sales

Opportunity to shape and expand NOV WEFS position in the UK Utilities sector

Career development within a global engineering organisation

Flexible remote working environment

A strong safety-first and collaborative culture

Key Responsibilities

Develop and grow NOV WEFS footprint within the UK Water Utilities sector

Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities through proactive sales activity

Build strong relationships with utilities, contractors, consultants, and specifiers

Deliver technical presentations, product training, and specification support

Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to quotation, negotiation, and deal closure

Grow existing accounts while actively developing new customers and market opportunities

Maintain and manage a strong pipeline using CRM systems (Dynamics 365)

Collaborate closely with internal teams including engineering, estimating, and customer service

Provide market intelligence, competitor insights, and customer feedback to support business strategy

Represent NOV WEFS at industry meetings, site visits, and sector events

Travel across the UK as required

Promote and adhere to NOV's QHSE standards and safety-first culture

Qualifications & Skills

Essential:

Experience in technical sales, business development, or account management

Background in utilities, construction, infrastructure, or related sectors

Proven ability to win new business and grow market presence

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills

Results-driven with strong commercial awareness

Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools

Desirable:

Experience working with UK water utilities or pipeline systems

Knowledge of thermoplastics, FRP, or piping solutions

Engineering or technical qualification

Exposure to ERP systems or structured sales planning processes

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivated with a proactive, "hunter" mindset

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Confident engaging with both technical and commercial stakeholders

Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically

Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach

Why Join Us

Join our Global Family

Be part of a globally recognised engineering organisation delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions

Play a key role in shaping growth within a strategic and expanding sector

Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression

Contribute to impactful projects that support essential water and infrastructure services across the UK

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection

• Pension Plan

• Income Protection

• Life Assurance

• Personal Accident Coverage

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)

• Dental Insurance

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• Partner Life Assurance

• Critical Illness Cover

• Retail Vouchers

• Gym Membership

• Cycle to Work Scheme

ABOUT US

Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

We Power the Industry that Powers the World

Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future.

Global Family

We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

Purposeful Innovation

Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Service Above All

This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.