Sales Engineer - Geared Motor | Tauranga

Solution selling and account management role design. Ideal for curious & mechanically minded people Interesting & meaningful work across industry Mount Maunganui location Salary + Incentive + Vehicle + Discounts Why is this an amazing opportunity for you! Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving! We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region. Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge. Lead field and technical sales for geared motors and gearbox overhaul/repair services. Combine strong technical expertise with commercial focus to deliver practical, cost‑effective solutions. Support the Motion NZ team in achieving and exceeding sales and gross profit targets while maintaining high customer service standards. What kind of work may be involved? Provide technical and field sales support for Gearmotor products and repair services across OEM and MRO markets. Deliver pre-sales technical guidance and post-sales follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and solution performance. Support sales teams in identifying new geared motor opportunities and engage Application Engineers/Product Managers when required. Maintain accurate CRM records and collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Workshop teams to ensure smooth project execution. Scope, plan, and coordinate Gearmotor repair, replacement, and installation projects from quotation through to completion. Assess technical specifications, site requirements, and safety considerations to minimise risk and ensure best-practice execution. Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and ensure full traceability of sales and engineering projects. Inspect, assess, and investigate Gearmotor failures, including warranty claims, and provide clear technical recommendations. Prepare detailed repair quotations covering parts, machining, external suppliers, and labour with strong commercial awareness. Deliver onsite technical diagnostics, customer training, and expert support while upholding strict health and safety standards. Ideal skills & experience: Strong mechanical aptitude with sound knowledge of PT and Geared Motor products and applications. Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety with a strong safety-first mindset. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Positive, dependable “can-do” attitude with high standards of personal conduct. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think proactively and challenge constructively. Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise, work methodically, and perform under pressure. Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment. Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint) and business systems including CRM, Power BI, Pronto/Green Tree, and Workday. What is in it for you? Attractive package & tools of the trade. The opportunity to join a progressive global company. Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential. An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people. Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program. We are a Company who values relationships, therefore we need this role to always work to foster and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of our business and seek to support and add value to our store network, managers, and leaders. We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people. What are you waiting for, submit your expression of interest and let's get your career in motion! Submit your application now by clicking “APPLY” on this job advert. MOTION is an equal-opportunity employer . To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have relevant work Visa requirements. Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! 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