Business Development Manager- BCH SA

Big Chief Hire is looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development Manager to join our team in Burton, SA. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and securing business across the civil, construction, and infrastructure sectors.

 

About the Role

As Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for generating new business and developing existing customer accounts across South Australia. Working closely with our operations and leadership teams, you’ll identify opportunities, deliver tailored equipment hire solutions, and build long-term partnerships with customers across the industry. This is a field-based role suited to someone who enjoys getting out and meeting customers, developing new opportunities, and taking ownership of their sales performance.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across South Australia.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline within the civil, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
• Drive revenue growth and work towards achieving sales targets.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Identify opportunities to grow Big Chief Hire’s presence across major projects and construction sites.
• Manage and grow existing customer accounts and equipment hire opportunities.
• Take ownership of sales performance across your allocated customer base and equipment portfolio.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to generate new leads.
• Respond to customer enquiries, prepare quotes, and provide tailored hire solutions.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met.
• Contribute to business growth strategies and overall company objectives.

 

About You

You’re a motivated and results-driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, winning new business, and working towards targets. You’re confident working independently, comfortable meeting customers in the field, and bring a strong commercial mindset.

 

You will also bring:

• Proven sales experience, ideally within equipment hire, civil construction, earthmoving, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated success in generating new business and growing customer accounts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to understand customer needs and recommend suitable solutions.
• Confidence working autonomously while collaborating with a wider team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple opportunities.
• A vibrant, energetic attitude with a proactive approach and a genuine drive to achieve results.
• A willingness to learn, develop, and grow within a supportive team.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to service excellence.
• A current driver’s licence.

 

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus superannuation.
• Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card, laptop, and mobile phone.
• Opportunity to join a growing business with a strong national presence.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• The chance to build lasting customer relationships and make a real impact on business growth.

 

About Us

 Big Chief Hire, a proud member of the Northeast Auto Group, is your go-to supplier for truck and heavy machinery hire across Australia. We provide an extensive range of hire equipment — from earthmovers to trucks — tailored to suit every project.

 

Whether you need wet hire with skilled operators or dry hire where you take the controls, Big Chief Hire is committed to delivering exceptional service, reliable machinery, and flexible hire solutions. You can count on us to keep your project moving.

Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

Ready to make the move?

Accelerate your career and apply now.

*Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

In order to maintain a safe work environment and comply with legal regulations Northeast East Auto Group conducts random drug and alcohol testing as part of its employment policies.

Respectfully, no agencies please.