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Solutions & Business Development Engineer (Fire Systems)

Cape Town
Salary: R25 000.00 - R40 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Business Management Engineering Health & Safety
Reference: CPT001088/NDB

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Our client is seeking a Solutions & Business Development Engineer (Fire Systems) for a long-term, succession-focused role within the fire detection and suppression industry. This position provides an exciting opportunity to operate at the intersection of technical system design and client engagement. The successful candidate will be actively involved in the conceptual development, costing, and quotation of fire protection systems, with a clear pathway toward a future Branch Manager position.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical & Design Functions

Assist in concept design and costing of fire detection and suppression systems
Compile technical proposals and quotations aligned with client requirements
Support system design in accordance with SANS fire protection standards
Participate in site visits to assess requirements and project scope
Undergo structured training in fire systems and compliance standards

Sales & Business Development

Engage with new and existing clients to understand technical needs
Identify and pursue new business opportunities
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Represent the business professionally in client-facing environments

Development & Growth Path

Progress toward independent system design capability
Develop into a subject matter expert in fire detection and suppression
Take ownership of customer solutions from concept to implementation
Long-term progression into Branch Management leadership role

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable):

EITHER:

S4 Diploma / Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

OR:

Diploma / Degree in Business Management

(Candidate must be willing to develop in the complementary discipline — technical or commercial)

Experience & Competencies:

Experience

3–10 years’ experience in a technical, engineering, or commercial environment
Exposure to technical sales, design, or project environments advantageous
Experience in fire systems is beneficial but not required (training provided)

Core Competencies

Strong technical aptitude with commercial awareness
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Naturally client-facing and relationship-driven
Professional, presentable, and confident
High level of learning agility and ambition

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Balanced between technical capability and people skills
Comfortable engaging with clients — not purely office-based
Demonstrates initiative, maturity, and long-term commitment
Motivated by career growth into leadership

Career Path & Employment Value Proposition:

Structured development into a specialist in fire systems
Clear succession plan to Branch Manager (10–15 year horizon)
Long-term career stability with 20+ year growth potential
Continuous technical and business training

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