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Mining Equipment Specialist

Mining Equipment Specialist | Zambia

Sarens is looking for an experienced Mining Equipment Rental Specialist to drive the growth of our mining equipment rental business in Zambia. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strong client relationships within the mining sector, and delivering sustainable revenue growth through the rental of heavy mining and earthmoving equipment. This role requires a strong commercial mindset, extensive mining industry experience, and a proven track record in renting equipment such as dump trucks, excavators, dozers, wheel loaders, graders, and related mining fleet solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Development

  • Identify, pursue and secure new mining equipment rental opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with mining houses, contractors and project owners.
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline to achieve revenue targets.
  • Conduct regular client visits and site assessments.
  • Promote Sarens' equipment rental solutions within the mining sector.

Commercial Management

  • Prepare quotations, proposals and tender submissions.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements and contract terms.
  • Ensure profitability and sustainability of rental contracts.
  • Monitor contract performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Establish and maintain long-term partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • Understand client operational requirements and provide fit-for-purpose solutions.
  • Act as the primary commercial contact for assigned customers.
  • Support customer retention and identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Market Intelligence

  • Monitor mining activity, projects and market trends within Zambia and neighbouring regions.
  • Track competitor activities and market developments.
  • Identify opportunities to expand Sarens' presence within the mining sector.

Operational Collaboration

  • Work closely with Operations, Technical and Maintenance teams to ensure successful contract execution.
  • Provide technical input on equipment selection and utilization.
  • Support project mobilisation activities where required.

Experience
Essential

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in the mining, earthmoving or heavy equipment industry.
  • Proven track record in equipment rental, business development or equipment sales.
  • Experience renting heavy mining equipment including:
  • Dump Trucks
  • Excavators
  • Bulldozers
  • Wheel Loaders
  • Motor Graders
  • Water Bowsers
    • Ancillary Mining Equipment
    • Strong understanding of open-pit mining operations and equipment applications.
    • Established network of mining industry contacts within Zambia.

    Advantageous

    • Experience working with major mining companies and mining contractors in Zambia.
    • Previous exposure to equipment rental businesses operating within mining environments.
    • Knowledge of mining project development and contractor mobilisation.

    WE OFFER

    At Sarens, we deliver innovative solutions for heavy lifting, engineered transport and equipment rental projects across the globe. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of our mining equipment rental business in one of Africa's most important mining markets while working within a dynamic and international environment.

    • International company
    • Competitive salary package
    • Impressive business
    • Training opportunities
    • Career growth
    • Autonomy within the job
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