Water Industry Specialist - Midlands, Northern England & Scotland

• Act as a key member of VEGA's Water Industry team, working closely with the Water Industry Manager, Sales Engineers and Service Engineers to support customers and deliver business objectives.
• Manage and develop framework agreements, purchasing agreements and key customer accounts across the region.
• Drive sales growth through account development, specification and promotion of VEGA instrumentation solutions.
• Deliver technical presentations, product demonstrations, Tech Talks and customer seminars.
• Provide application expertise, technical support and assistance with troubleshooting and fault finding.
• Support commissioning activities, service projects and customer onboarding where required.
• Deliver product and application training to customers, delivery partners and VEGA colleagues.
• Represent VEGA at exhibitions, conferences, industry events, and networking opportunities.
• Develop strong relationships with water companies, Tier 1 contractors, OEMs, consultants, and framework partners.
• Liaise with the VEGA Service Department to coordinate site visits, service activities, and customer follow-up actions.
• Maintain accurate records of customer activities, project opportunities and market intelligence using VEGA systems.
• Work in accordance with VEGA's quality procedures, engineering best practices and the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001.

• Strong understanding of the UK water industry, including key operational challenges and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing customer relationships and delivering technical solutions within a consultative sales environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong organisational skills, including workload, diary, and project management.
• Ability to support commissioning, troubleshooting and technical service activities when required.
• Technical or engineering qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate reporting and record keeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary sales and technical team.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the region, including regular overnight stays.
• Commitment to working in accordance with VEGA's Quality Management System and BS EN ISO 9001 requirements.

Desirable Experience

• Extensive experience with level, pressure, flow and switching instrumentation.
• Previous engagement with UK water companies, Tier 1 contractors, OEMs and delivery partners.
• Experience of delivering technical presentations, seminars and training sessions.
• A passion for customer service and developing long-term strategic relationships.
• A proactive, enthusiastic and solution-focused approach.

• Company electric vehicle (typically Tesla).
• Contributory pension scheme starting at 10% total contribution (4.5% employee / 5.5% VEGA), increasing to 13% total contribution (4.5% employee / 8.5% VEGA)
• Vitality private healthcare for employee and family.
• Bupa Dentalcare.
• Critical illness cover.
• 28 days annual leave including statutory holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements and flexi-time.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• iPhone, iPad and full home-office equipment package, including laptop, monitors and printer.
• Ongoing technical and professional development opportunities.

If you are interested in this role, please apply by sending an email and a CV to vacancies.uk@vega.com with the following reference in the subject title:

Job Ref NWS1026