Job summary
We are seeking a highly driven and technically grounded Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our engineering services business across Ghana and the West African mining sector. This is a hands-on, field-oriented role requiring a professional who can identify opportunities, engage clients at technical and operational levels, and convert business opportunities into sustainable revenue streams.
Job descriptions & requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in the mining and industrial sectors across West Africa
- Actively prospect, engage, and convert clients, including mining companies, contractors, and EPCMs
- Conduct site visits to identify maintenance, repair, and refurbishment opportunities
- Develop and propose engineering service solutions aligned to client operational needs
- Interpret engineering drawings and scope technical work requirements
- Work with internal teams to develop costing, proposals, and commercial offers
- Drive pipeline development, opportunity qualification, and conversion
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in client organizations
- Support the positioning of Servmet as a trusted technical services partner
- Collaborate with Servaco’s product and technical teams to deliver integrated solutions
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations and proposals
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development within:
- Mining services
- Engineering services
- Industrial maintenance or technical sales
- Proven experience in West African mining markets is a strong advantage
- Strong understanding of:
- Mechanical systems
- Workshop repair processes
- Maintenance strategies in heavy industry
Core Competencies
- Strong technical-commercial mindset (ability to link engineering solutions to business value)
- Ability to identify and convert maintenance opportunities into revenue
- Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Experience in costing and proposal development
- Excellent negotiation and closing skills
- High level of self-drive and independence
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a field-driven, unstructured environment
Personal Attributes
- Entrepreneurial and results-driven
- Highly proactive with strong initiative
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting targets
- Strong problem-solving mindset
- Willingness to travel extensively across Ghana and West Africa
- High level of integrity and professionalism
What We Offer
- Opportunity to be part of a growing engineering services business
- Exposure to major mining and industrial operations across West Africa
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Career growth within a dynamic and expanding organization
Location: Kotwi, Greater Kumasi Metropolitan Area, Ghana
Salary: Attractive
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