Technical Sales Manager

Metro Rod Limited; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage services company in the UK seeks a Technical Sales Manager to support franchisees and the sales team in drainage projects. The role requires extensive travel and the ability to uncover business opportunities while ensuring exceptional client service. Candidates should have significant experience in drainage operations, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for project management. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, supporting professional development and well-being.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid expenses for travel, meals, and accommodation

Company pension

Group life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Occupational health support

Qualifications

• Outstanding background in drainage operations including survey and maintenance.
• Experience of sales support, project scoping or technical consultancy preferred.
• Ability to run projects from client scoping to delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support franchisees and sales team in drainage projects.
• Uncover and develop new business opportunities.
• Travel across the UK to meet clients and execute projects.

Skills

Drainage operations

Sales support

Project scoping

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

SMSTS

Knowledge of plumbing work

Job description

Technical Sales Manager

Metro Rod & Metro Plumb

Full time permanent — remotely based. Salary up to £48,000 DOE + commission.

Electric car

Metro Rod work with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.

Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

What does it entail?

Your daily tasks will involve supporting franchisees and the sales team in scoping, pricing, winning, and executing drainage projects. With your background in drainage & pumps, coupled with exceptional communication skills, you'll ensure that every project meets and exceeds client expectations.

You’ll bring a passion for uncovering and developing opportunities, supporting the sales function that will drive business growth, backed by a good understanding of the AMP cycles of UK water companies.

If you're passionate about leveraging your technical skills and fostering strong client relationships, this role offers the perfect platform for growth.

*This role involves regular travel across the UK and to our Support Centre in Macclesfield.

What do we look for?

• Outstanding background in drainage operations (survey, maintenance, rehabilitation, pumping systems and treatment plants).
• Experience of sales support, project scoping, or technical consultancy is preferred.
• Ability to run projects end-to-end, from client scoping through to delivery.
• Hands‑on approach, willing to get involved practically where needed.
• Happy to travel extensively – approximately 3 days per week.
• Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety, compliance standards and drainage law.
• Someone who understands the value of exceptional customer service and owning a challenge through to resolution.
• The motivation to learn and develop.
• Collaborative approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, engaging effectively with all levels—from site teams to senior leadership.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and solutions-focused, with a strong drive to tackle and resolve operational challenges.

Preferred qualifications:

• IOSH Managing Safely
• SMSTS
• Hands‑on training in patch repairs and full‑length liner installs.
• Confined spaces Medium Risk
• OS19X
• A knowledge of plumbing work

What do you get?

• 25 days annual leave – plus bank holidays
• Paid expenses for travel, meals and accommodation
• Royal London, Company Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Additional Paid Leave / Special Leave
• Company Events
• Laptop / Company Mobile
• Free Eye Tests / Subsidy for Glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Employee Discounts Platform - Sodexo