Shape the Future of Industrial Refrigeration & Compression Technology with GEA
At GEA, we don't just build equipment—we power some of the world's most essential industries. From food production and dairy processing to pharmaceuticals, beverages, and sustainable industrial applications, our technologies help customers operate more efficiently, safely, and sustainably.
As one of the world's leading engineering and technology companies, GEA combines global innovation with local expertise to deliver solutions that make a real difference. With a presence in more than 150 countries and a reputation built on technical excellence, we're looking for a commercially minded and technically capable professional to help drive the growth of our Compression Technologies business across Australia and New Zealand.
If you're passionate about engineering, enjoy solving complex customer challenges, and thrive at the intersection of sales, technology, and relationship management, this is an opportunity to accelerate your career with a global market leader.
The Opportunity
This is far more than a traditional sales role.
As our Technical Sales & Application Engineer – Compression Technologies, you will become the trusted advisor to customers seeking innovative compression, retrofit, upgrade and lifecycle solutions. You'll work closely with engineering, project delivery, service teams and GEA's global technology centers to create tailored solutions that help customers improve performance, efficiency and reliability.
You will own the customer journey—from identifying opportunities and understanding operational challenges, through to developing technical solutions, supporting successful delivery, and ensuring long-term customer satisfaction.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine your technical expertise with commercial impact while working with some of the most recognised industrial brands across Australia and New Zealand.
What You'll Be Doing
Drive Business Growth
Develop new business opportunities across equipment sales, retrofits, upgrades, spare parts and service solutions.
Build trusted relationships with existing and prospective customers across Australia and New Zealand.
Conduct customer meetings, site visits, technical presentations and solution workshops.
Support the preparation of quotations, bids and tenders that are technically robust and commercially competitive.
Identify opportunities to expand GEA's footprint and grow long-term customer partnerships.
Become a Trusted Technical Expert
Provide application and technical support on GEA's compression technology solutions.
Review customer specifications, operating requirements and site conditions to develop fit-for-purpose solutions.
Support customers with system configurations, equipment selection, troubleshooting and lifecycle planning.
Collaborate with global engineering and product specialists to deliver world-class technical outcomes.
Ensure all proposed solutions align with customer requirements, industry standards and GEA best practices.
Support Successful Delivery & Customer Success
Partner with project execution, engineering and service teams to ensure seamless handover of awarded projects.
Assist with technical clarifications, project reviews, customer communications and after-sales support.
Support warranty, complaint resolution and customer satisfaction activities.
Maintain accurate sales pipeline, opportunity and customer information within CRM systems.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, quality and safety excellence.
Why This Role Matters
You will play a critical role in helping customers modernize and optimize their operations through advanced compression technologies.
Your work will directly contribute to:
Growing revenue and market share across Australia and New Zealand.
Delivering innovative upgrade and retrofit solutions that improve customer performance.
Strengthening customer loyalty and long-term partnerships.
Bringing market insights back to GEA's global technology teams to influence future product development.
Supporting industries that feed, cool, process and sustain the world.
About You
We're looking for a technically strong and commercially driven professional who enjoys building relationships and solving real-world industrial challenges.
Qualifications
Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, Process Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Trade or technical qualifications with relevant industry experience will also be considered.
Additional experience in compressors, rotating equipment, refrigeration systems or related technologies will be highly regarded.
Experience & Knowledge
You bring:
Experience in technical sales, application engineering, product support or solutions engineering.
Exposure to compressors, rotating equipment, refrigeration systems or related industrial technologies.
Experience preparing quotations, technical proposals and tender submissions.
Strong understanding of industrial equipment lifecycle, installation, commissioning and maintenance considerations.
Experience working across multiple stakeholders and technical disciplines.
What Will Make You Successful
Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills.
Ability to balance technical detail with commercial outcomes.
Excellent communication and presentation capabilities.
Customer-first mindset and a genuine passion for solving problems.
Self-motivation, resilience and strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously.
Willingness to travel throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Why Join GEA?
At GEA, you'll have the opportunity to work with some of the most respected engineering professionals in the industry while contributing to technologies that support global sustainability and industrial innovation.
What We Offer
Career opportunities within a global technology leader
Exposure to world-class engineering solutions and international expertise
A collaborative culture that promotes innovation and continuous learning
Competitive remuneration package including incentive opportunities
Flexible and supportive working environment
Opportunities for professional growth, technical development and leadership progression
The chance to make a meaningful impact across critical industries
Ready to Engineer the Future?
If you're looking for a career that combines technical expertise, commercial influence, customer engagement and global innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
Join GEA and help shape the future of compression technology across Australia and New Zealand.
Apply today and become part of a team turning engineering excellence into sustainable customer success.