About the role
What you will do
As the Consultant Sales Manager for Chillers, you will be responsible for driving the specification of Johnson Controls’ chiller and HVAC solutions with MEP consultants, developers, and key stakeholders across KwaZulu‑Natal. Your focus will be on our HVAC product portfolio — specifically Chillers, Air Handling Units (AHUs), and Fan Coil Units (FCUs) — ensuring these solutions are positioned and specified in major projects within the region.
You will be based in Durban, working closely with our South Africa team to expand our footprint, strengthen consultant engagement, and support our long‑term growth strategy in Sub‑Saharan Africa.
You will be accountable for securing specifications for our Chillers and Airside products with consultants, clients, and contractors, while also supporting the broader team with value engineering, basis‑of‑design development, and technical training on HVAC equipment.
As part of the Africa organization, you will operate in a dynamic, collaborative environment that enables you to leverage your technical expertise and commercial insight to deliver on our business objectives.
How you will do it
In this role, you will use your strong technical background in Chillers, AHUs, and FCUs to influence consultant designs and ensure Johnson Controls solutions are included in project specifications. You will conduct technical presentations, product training, and seminars for consultants, end users, and industry partners.
You are self‑driven, proactive, and skilled at developing long‑term customer relationships. You bring strong analytical thinking, perseverance, and the ability to manage multiple priorities through excellent planning, organization, and time‑management skills.
What we look for
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Strong technical knowledge of chillers and chilled‑water systems
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with MEP consultants
Demonstrated capability in providing technical advice and developing HVAC solutions
Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and collaborate with internal teams (sales, operations, manufacturing, product management)
Strong presentation and communication skills
Results‑oriented, tenacious, self‑motivated, and customer‑focused
Aplyr's read
Johnson Controls excels in optimizing building efficiencies, attracting engineers and technicians focused on innovative solutions in HVAC and security systems.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on energy efficiency aligns with global sustainability trends.
- •Diverse roles in engineering and technical fields offer career growth.
- •Global presence provides opportunities for international work experience.
What to watch
- •Complex organizational structure may slow decision-making processes.
- •Highly competitive industry with constant technological advancements.
- •Limited public information about employee satisfaction and work-life balance.
Why Johnson Controls
- •Pioneers in integrating smart technology for building management.
- •Offers specialized roles in HVAC and security systems engineering.
- •Strong commitment to sustainability through innovative building solutions.
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About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls is a global leader in building technologies and solutions, providing products and services that optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings.
