Graduate Sales Engineer
Woking
£30,000 - £35,000 Basic + Company Car/Allowance + 20% Bonus Structure + Specialist Training + Progression + Private Healthcare + Pension + Company Shares + Opportunities + IMMEDIATE START
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so, apply for this exciting new Graduate Sales Engineer role with a market-leading construction organisation that will invest heavily in your technical and sales development. With a clear path for progression, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to become a specialist within an organisation that has increased its turnover from 10 to 40 million in recent years. This company is a market leader within the civil industry and has experienced significant growth in recent years. Due to this expansion, they are now searching for a new Graduate Sales Engineer with a civil or geotechnical degree who they can train and develop to a senior level to support their ambitious UK-wide growth plans. On offer is a defined career path into senior management, extensive technical training, and the opportunity to join a highly skilled and supportive sales team. Your role as a Graduate Sales Engineer will include:
* Sales Engineer - Will be trained to identify and successfully generate existing and new business opportunities
* Designing and pricing tenders
* Office based in Woking – 60/40 split between office work and on site to learn the business The successful Graduate Sales Engineer will have:
*Degree in Civil engineering or similar experience
* Willingness to learn and want to progress
* Ability to commute and travel throughout UK If interested in this role, please contact Eran on 07458 163044 for an immediate interview. Keywords: Graduate sales engineer, Geotechnical degree, civil degree,Sales engineer, civil engineer, engineer, construction, tender, pricing, pricing business engineer, engineer, design, proposals, quotes, business development manager, business development, business development executive, BDM, key account manager, KAM, account manager, account executive, account management, sales manager, sales executive, sales, Camberley,Woking,Farnborough,Blackwater,Bagshot This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.....Read more...
Graduate Sales Engineer Croydon £35,000 - £40,000 Basic + Company Car + Specialist Training + Rapid Progression + IMMEDIATE START
Are you looking for a graduate sales engineer position where you are motivated to build a long term career within technical sales and engineering? This is a rare opportunity to join a growing UK manufacturer where you’ll receive structured training, direct mentorship from experienced professionals, and clear progression into senior commercial positions.
This company is a well-established and rapidly growing engineering business specialising in industrial and energy-related solutions across the UK market. As a Graduate Sales Engineer, you’ll join a dynamic sales team focused on. sales, maintenance agreements, equipment supply contracts, and installation projects across multiple sectors. You’ll be given the tools, support, and autonomy to develop into a successful technical sales professional within a thriving organisation.
Your role as a Graduate Sales Engineer will include:
* Graduate Sales Engineer role * Producing quotations, proposals, and consultancy audits for clients * Supporting equipment sales, maintenance contracts, and smaller works projects * Building and developing relationships with new and existing customers * Delivering presentations and pitches to potential clients * Liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal business units * Updating sales data and supporting wider business development activities * UK travel to customer sites when required
As A Graduate Sales Engineer You will be:
* Degree qualified (Engineering or Technical degree preferred, all degrees considered) * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Interest in engineering, industrial technology, or energy efficiency * High attention to detail and strong organisational skills * Self-motivated with a strong desire to build a successful sales career * Full UK driving licence * Happy to travel across the UK when required
If interested in this role, please contact Billy on 07458 163030 for an immediate interview.
Keywords: Technical Sales Engineer, Sales Engineer, Graduate Engineer, Engineering Graduate, Business Development, Technical Sales, Account Manager, Sales Executive, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Efficiency, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Sales, Proposals, Quotations, Industrial Equipment, Manufacturing, Engineering, Biggin Hill, Bromley, Croydon, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Kent, South London, Surrey, Greater London
This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.....Read more...
Phase 1: Service & Operations (Months 1–9)
Post-Booking Support: Managing guest enquiries and assisting travellers after their initial booking is confirmed.
Logistics Review: Checking visa requirements, medical protocols, and travel documentation for accuracy.
Technical Data Entry: Utilising internal and external booking platforms to manage guest itineraries.
Compliance Auditing: Ensuring all guest data and transactions adhere to GDPR and Package Travel Regulations.
Geographic Research: Studying port details and global maps to provide expert travel advice.
Phase 2: Sales & Consultancy (Months 10–16)
Consultative Selling: Handling new enquiries to match customers with specific cruise lines and cabin types.
Financial Costing: Calculating complex travel quotes, managing profit margins, and balancing turnover.
Lead Management: Following up with previous guests to build rapport and secure repeat business.
Upselling: Identifying opportunities to add value to bookings through excursions, upgrades, or extended packages.
Objection Handling: Communicating with hesitant leads to provide product clarity and close sales. Training:Phase 1: The Service Foundation (Months 1–9)
Focus: Technical proficiency, logistics, and "The Cost of Error."
Mentorship & Shadowing: Pair with "Industry Veterans" to observe how they handle complex guest issues and navigate the "mechanics" of a voyage.
Geography & Port Workshops: Structured sessions to master global port layouts, seasonal weather patterns, and local attractions to become a "walking atlas."
Systems Training: Hands-on "Sandbox" sessions with internal booking CRM and external supplier platforms.
Compliance Boot camps: Deep dives into the legal side of travel, including:
GDPR: Protecting guest data.
Package Travel Regs: Understanding guest protection and company liability.
Health & Safety: Mastering visa and medical protocols.
The Service Desk: Daily real-world application by supporting guests post-booking to understand the impact of errors.
Phase 2: Sales Excellence (Months 10–16)
Focus: Commercial acumen, relationship management, and high-value closing.
Consultative Sales Coaching: Shifting from "order taking" to expert advice. Training focusses on matching customer needs to the right cruise line and cabin.
Commercial Finance Training: Learning the "Business of Travel"—understanding the difference between Turnover vs. Profit and how to maximise margins.
The Art of the Upsell: Learning how to identify value-add opportunities (upgraded suites, excursions) that enhance the guest experience.
Rapport & Retention Workshops: Techniques for building a loyal client base through personalised follow-ups and CRM management.
Qualification Preparation: Dedicated study time and portfolio building to complete your Nationally Recognised Level 3 Qualification.
Ongoing Professional Development
Earn While You Learn: You will have regular "Off-the-job" training hours dedicated to your qualification.
Expert Reviews: Monthly progress meetings with mentors to review sales targets, technical accuracy, and career goals.
Product Immersions: Opportunities to learn directly from cruise line representatives about new ships and itineraries. Training Outcome:Immediate Post-Apprenticeship: Graduate Sales Consultant.
Once you earn your Level 3 Travel Consultant qualification, you transition from an apprentice to a full Sales or Customer Service role based on business needs.
Rewards: You move onto their commission structure. At this stage, your earning potential increases significantly based on your ability to convert leads into bookings.
Iglu has a strong history of promoting from within. Many of their current managers started as agents. A follow-on career path could look like this:
Assistant Sales Manager: Helping to run a sales pod, coaching agents, and monitoring daily targets.
Sales Manager: Overseeing larger teams, focusing on workforce planning and hitting department-wide KPIs.
Specialist Sales & Service Manager: Managing specific departments like Cruise Sales or Customer Resolution.Employer Description:Founded in 1998 and now part of Flight Centre Travel Group, Iglu.com is the UK’s leading specialist for cruise and ski travel. Through brands like Iglu Cruise and Planet Cruise, we offer expert, independent advice and over 20,000 holiday options. We prioritize innovation and expertise, recently winning UK Cruise Awards 2026 (Carnival UK).Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills....Read more...
