Job Description

Area Sales Manager – Central & North Queensland

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Turck Australia is a leading provider of industrial automation solutions, specialising in sensor technology, fieldbus systems and industrial communication. As a subsidiary of the global Turck Group, we have a strong reputation for innovation, quality and customer service. Our mission is to help our customers improve efficiency, productivity and safety through the application of cutting-edge technology.

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About Turck Australia

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Turck Australia is a leading provider of industrial automation solutions, specialising in sensor technology, fieldbus systems and industrial communication. As a subsidiary of the global Turck Group, we have a strong reputation for innovation, quality and customer service. Our mission is to help our customers improve efficiency, productivity and safety through the application of cutting-edge technology.

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About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Area Sales Manager – Central & North Queensland to join our Sales team. The position can be based in Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville or surrounding areas.

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This opportunity will suit an experienced industrial automation sales professional, or someone with a strong industrial electrical or automation background from an end-user site or system integrator who is looking to move away from the tools and into a customer-facing sales environment.

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In this role, you will own the territory and work collaboratively with a customer-focused approach, taking ownership of the region, identifying current business opportunities and building strong, long-term relationships across a diverse industrial market.

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You will execute your territory sales plans, manage opportunities and pipeline activity, and work closely with customers to understand their technical and commercial needs and deliver value-based solutions.

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Regular onsite travel throughout the region is an important part of the position, including visits to regional and outback locations throughout Central and North Queensland.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Build long-term, trust-based customer relationships at multiple organisational levels.
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- Execute territory plans to identify growth opportunities and key accounts.
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- Manage sales opportunities and pipeline using CRM to support accurate forecasting and effective sales execution.
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- Work with customers to understand their technical and commercial requirements and identify suitable automation solutions.
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- Understand market and competitor positioning, pricing and value to maximise returns and competitiveness.
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- Collaborate and communicate respectfully with internal teams to deliver effective customer outcomes.
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About You

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- Recognised qualification in electrotechnology, industrial electrical or automation with a customer-facing sales/marketing background.
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- Strong technical and/or industry-specific experience within the industrial automation, sensing and controls market,



with a sound understanding of relevant applications and customer environments.
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- B2B sales, territory management or account management experience is highly regarded, ideally with a track record of achieving sales and growth targets.
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- Demonstrated experience in consultative, solution or value-based selling.
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- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to communicate product applications and solutions effectively.
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- Proven ability to manage sales opportunities and pipelines using CRM systems.
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- Strong commercial acumen, including pricing, negotiation, margin management and competitive positioning.
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- Experience collaborating with technical and cross-functional teams to deliver customer outcomes.
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- Familiarity with product demonstrations, technical support coordination and post-sale engagement.
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- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
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- Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM and document management systems.
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- Current Australian Driver Licence.
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- Willingness to travel regularly throughout Central and North Queensland, including regional and outback customer sites.
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- Full Australian work rights.
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What We Offer

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- Opportunity to represent a global leader in industrial automation.
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- Established product portfolio backed by a recognised international brand.
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- A key role in shaping growth across the Central & North Queensland sales territory.
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- Collaborative and welcoming workplace culture.
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- Supportive team environment with career growth potential.
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- Competitive remuneration.
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📌 Area Sales Manager - Central & North Queensland (Townsville)
🏢 Turck Australia
📍 Townsville