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.
About the Team
Corporate
Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centres of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations