Business Development Manager

Join us. Unleash your energy within. 

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. 

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

Our Purpose and Beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. 

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen.  Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:


We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING 

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: 

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.  Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 34 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.  

 

The Opportunity: 

Do you have the drive, skills and ability to work with us as part of our team? We’re seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join us in Perth and spearhead Kent’s growth across Australia. In this brand-new role, you’ll provide vision and leadership to expand our backlog and footprint in the Energy sector, identifying opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and strengthening relationships with key decision-makers. You’ll act as a brand ambassador, driving awareness through campaigns, industry events, and networking, while leading on proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations to secure new business. With at least 10 years’ proven success in business development of engineering and project services within the Energy sector and a strong client network across Australia, you’ll bring the expertise, commercial acumen, and strategic mindset needed to deliver sales growth, market share, and long-term success for Kent.


 

In this role, some of the following duties you will undertake but not limited to:

• Developing and execute strategic plans to drive sales growth within Australia, whilst maintaining Kent financial KPIs.
• Conducting market research to identify trends, opportunities and potential areas for growth within the Energy sector.
• Collaborating closely with the wider team, identifying and pursuing opportunities for strategic partnerships and alliances that enhance Kents position in the market.
• Acting as a Brand Ambassador, working to build the Kent brand, raising brand awareness across Australia through coordinated campaigns.
• Developing and nurturing relationships with key decision-makers in the industry, including within new and existing clients.
• Accountable for achieving sales targets in Australia via increased market share across all of Kent service offerings.
• Providing leadership internally on proposal development, conducting presentations, negotiating pricing, and presenting the contract to secure awards – collaborating with technical and operational teams.
• Through reporting and analytics, providing guidance to improve overall business performance.
• Staying informed on key clients, market sectors, competition and understanding the value Kent brings and how to promote and sell.
• Promoting a customer-oriented focus and advocating consultative customer relationships.
• Representing Kent at industry events, conferences and networking functions.

 Benefits:

• Attractive salary & benefits 
• Work/Life balance friendly workplace
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclusion & Belonging Program
• Health insurance discount 
• Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years. 
• Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
• Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage. 
   

We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!

Kent | The Energy Within  

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Don’t wait, Apply NOW!