At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage key customer relationships and drive new business opportunities across Victoria.
- Company: Porter Plant, a trusted name in plant and equipment hire with over 30 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fully maintained vehicle, supportive team culture, and wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Enjoy career growth in a dynamic environment with regular team events.
- Why this job: Join a growing company and make an impact in the construction and infrastructure sectors.
- Qualifications: Experience in plant hire or construction industries and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
With over 30 years of industry experience, Porter Plant is a trusted name in plant and equipment hire, specialising in dry hire solutions across Victoria, NSW, QLD, Tasmania, and South Australia. We support clients in civil construction, roadworks, utilities, renewables, and the government sector—and we're growing fast. As part of our growth strategy, we’re on the lookout for a dynamic and motivated Business Development & Key Account Manager to join our high-performing Victorian Sales team.
About the Role
Reporting to the GM – Sales & Business Development, you’ll be responsible for managing and expanding key customer relationships while driving new business across Victoria.
Your key responsibilities:
- Manage a portfolio of existing clients and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
- Identify, target, and win new business opportunities in key industries
- Negotiate and secure short- and long-term dry hire contracts
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver outstanding service and hire solutions
- Represent Porter Plant professionally across the construction and infrastructure sectors
What We’re Looking For
We're after someone who knows the hire industry and understands what it takes to build long-term, trust-based relationships. You’re proactive, strategic, and confident in a sales environment. You’ll bring:
- Experience in the plant hire, equipment rental, or construction/utility industries
- Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships across multiple sectors
- Commercial acumen and experience with pricing, tenders, and contract negotiation
- A solutions-focused attitude with a collaborative approach to teamwork
- A current driver’s licence and the ability to travel interstate as required
Why Join Porter Plant?
- Competitive salary + fully maintained vehicle
- Supportive team environment with regular lunches, BBQs, and a strong company culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
- Career growth in a business that’s expanding nationally
Interested?
If you’re ready to take your sales career to the next level and be part of a business that values people, performance, and partnerships—we’d love to hear from you.
Business Development Manager in Ballarat employer: Porter Plant
Porter Plant is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive team environment, offering competitive salaries and benefits such as a fully maintained vehicle and wellness initiatives. With a strong focus on employee growth and a vibrant company culture, you'll thrive in a dynamic role that allows you to build meaningful relationships while contributing to the expansion of a trusted name in the plant hire industry across Victoria and beyond.
