Lubricants Technical Engineer

Recruiter:

The HR Company

Job Ref:

Dur000548/Jenna

Date posted:

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R35 000.00

SUMMARY:
The Lubricants Technical Engineer will be responsible for driving the growth of the company's lubricant range across branches nationally through technical training of branch staff and active participation in customer-facing sales activities.

The role combines technical product knowledge with hands-on field support to maximise sales opportunities for the lubricant product range.

The position requires extensive travel throughout South Africa, with approximately 2–3 weeks per month away from home.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Visit branches across South Africa to train branch staff on the features, benefits and applications of the lubricant range Accompany branch sales staff on field and customer visits to identify and convert opportunities to supply and sell lubricant products Provide technical guidance to branch staff and customers on the correct selection and application of lubricants Build strong working relationships with branch teams and end-user customers Plan and coordinate a structured branch visit and training schedule covering the national footprint Prepare detailed reports on branch visits, training conducted, customer engagements and sales opportunities identified Stay up to date through ongoing training on the full lubricant product range, including new product launches Represent the technical and commercial interests of the lubricant product range within the branch network Requirements Experience within the industrial lubricants industry Sound understanding of lubricant applications across industrial equipment and processes Strong technical aptitude Willingness to undergo extensive product training on the lubricant range Exceptional planning, organising and reporting skills Energetic and self-motivated Strong communication skills Fluency in English and Afrikaans - essential Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout South Africa Comfortable being away from home for approximately 10-20 days per month Valid driver's licence Willingness to drive long distances

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