Internal / Technical Sales – Fluid Power & Hose Solutions
Location: Kempe Engineering – Hobart, TAS
About Us
Kempe Engineering is an Australian-owned company with 16 permanent facilities located close to our clients' operations across Australia. We are committed to ZERO Harm and deliver exceptional performance to our clients. As an essential service provider, we offer employment continuity, career development, and progression opportunities into leadership and management roles. Learn more at
The Role
Kempe Hobart is seeking a driven and technically competent Internal / Technical Sales professional to support our growing Fluid Power and Enzed hose service business. This is a pivotal role that involves customer engagement, sales support, coordination of hose and fitting services, and product order processing for a broad range of hydraulic and pneumatic solutions.
Key Responsibilities
· Support the internal sales function for fluid power, hose and fittings, and mechanical services.
· Provide prompt and professional responses to customer enquiries on product availability, pricing, repairs, and service work.
· Understand and respond to urgent breakdown situations, providing fast and practical solutions, especially for hose replacements and fluid system faults.
· Coordinate and schedule mobile Enzed technicians for onsite hose and fitting services.
· Process customer purchase orders and raise vendor purchase orders to meet delivery timelines.
· Maintain accurate records of sales activities, quotations, service logs, and customer interactions.
· Engage proactively with repeat and walk-in customers to understand and fulfill their operational needs.
· Support branch inventory and stock management for fluid power components, hoses, and fittings.
· Contribute to business growth through upselling, product knowledge, and customer relationship management.
Skills & Experience
· Experience in technical sales or customer service within a mechanical, industrial, or trade environment.
· Solid understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and hose & fitting products and their applications.
· Previous experience with Enzed or a similar mobile hose repair service is highly desirable.
· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly and confidently under pressure.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· High attention to detail and commitment to transactional accuracy.
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise.
· Competent in computer systems (e.g., ERP systems, quoting, and order processing modules).
· Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
· Willingness to learn new products and technologies.
· Current driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment medical.
What We Offer
· Full-time position with a well-established, family-owned Australian company.
· Competitive salary and incentives.
· Opportunities for progression into external sales, technical support, or management roles.
· Ongoing product and application training, including hose and fitting technology.
· Supportive and safety-conscious team environment.
How to Apply
If you are ready to contribute to a growing team and meet the criteria above, please submit your resume to or click "Apply Now".