Plant/Machine Operator - Vermeer Australia

About the company: RDO Equipment is one of the world's largest and most trusted John Deere and Vermeer equipment dealers, selling and supporting John Deere construction and forestry & agricultural and turf machinery, as well as the full range of Vermeer equipment. RDO proudly employs more than 1000 staff and operates out of 29 dealership locations in metropolitan and regional Australia, providing parts and service support for the agricultural, roads, civil construction, landscaping, mining, and forestry sectors. Our job is more than supplying equipment. We are a trusted business partner, and we build customers for life. We play hard and fair in everything we do and are driven by a sense of achievement. Our dealer network is unmatched, and our commitment to our customers is unfaltering. In order to deliver this commitment, we seek like-minded people and work hard to support our staff to realise their full potential. About the role: A brand new role for the company, ideally based from our Melbourne branch, but this role can work remotely from our Sydney or Brisbane branches. As our new HDD Tooling Specialist, you will focus on supplying our Vermeer drilling customers with the correct HDD Tooling for their operations. You will have the use of a fully stocked vehicle and a chance to make this role your own; utilise your technical background & expertise to be a trusted advisor to our internal & external customers. The key responsibilities of this role will include, but are not limited to: Support the HDD Tooling Market Growth Strategy that enables profitable sales goals to be achieved. Routinely visit HDD customers on site with vehicles stocked with HDD tooling. Provide support to customers in regards to in-depth, technical product questions. Participate in tactical planning processes to determine core sales & marketing objectives. Promote continued contact with our Vermeer Construction Sales Team to enable a maximum number of returning customers. Engage with our aftermarket management team for trend & growth opportunities, including supporting the inventory team with forecasting needs. Leverage market research, industry, & technology trends while keeping a thorough understanding of the organisational technology needs to drive product development enhancement recommendations. You will bring the following skills and experience to the role: Established experience of horizontal-directional drilling techniques and resources Existing business development and sales experience with proven success of new sales opportunities Exceptional customer service skills with professional presentation Strong experience with Microsoft Suite, CRM & sales software systems Current and valid driver's licence Knowledge of Vermeer machinery is highly regarded and beneficial, but not essential About the RDO 'Extras': As an RDO Equipment employee, we partner with employees to give a little extra. Here's some of our benefits: Transparent and structured incentive programs, commissions, and bonuses Employee Assistance Program with 8 streams of support across all aspects of your life-for employees and immediate families Dedicated Wellness Hub with programs supporting total quality of life Regional Salary Packaging, regional allowances & tax benefits Paid study and study leave for approved courses Paid Community leave to give your time to local organisations and charities every year Permanently discounted shopping and exclusive employee benefits via reward gateway and directly with many retailers, including Private Health Anniversary and milestone gifts and awards Paid Parental leave: 12 additional weeks paid for primary caregivers and 2 additional paid weeks for secondary caregivers Significant Celebration gifts for personal milestones such as births and marriages Exclusive Staff discount on machinery, products and merchandise Your application: We strongly encourage all candidates to learn more about RDO Equipment at our website, www.rdoequipment.com.au. To apply, click on the Apply link. Prospective candidates are advised that interviews will commence immediately. We are successful because of our people, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We can only accept applications from individuals who have the right to work in Australia. External agencies have not been engaged for this role, so please ensure you apply directly to be considered. For further information on this particular role or similar opportunities, please contact our Careers Team at 1300 154 600.