Technical Sales Representative (Wireline Products) SSA at Weatherford

Weatherford, a global leader in energy services, is looking for a Technical Sales Representative to take charge of their Wireline Products across the entire Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region. If you are a technical heavyweight in the wireline and slickline space and you have the sales ginger to back it up, this is the big one.  Based in the heart of Victoria Island, Lagos, this isn't just a sitting in the office role you'll be the face of Weatherford's innovation, traveling across Africa to close high-value deals and partner with major players in the oil and gas sector. If you know how to talk tech and hit revenue targets without breaking a sweat, then this is your chance to join an unstoppable team.

Job Summary

• Job Title: Technical Sales Representative (Wireline Products) SSA
• Company: Weatherford
• Location: Victoria Island, Lagos (with SSA Regional Responsibility)
• Employment Type: Full time
• Application Closing Date: 2 April, 2026

About the Company

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company known for world class expertise and strategic solutions. We partner with our customers to optimize their resources and unlock the full potential of their assets. From manufacturing and R&D to field services and training, we are a community driven by core values and a mission to create innovative solutions. In Weatherford, we celebrate individual talent while working together as One Weatherford to stay unstoppable in the energy market.

Role Overview

As the Technical Sales Representative for Wireline Products, you are responsible for delivering annual revenue targets across Sub-Saharan Africa. You will rely on your deep operational knowledge of wireline and slickline tools to strategically sell specific technologies. This role is highly collaborative, requiring you to work with the Geozone Technical Sales Manager and Sales Director to identify market gaps, manage tenders, and maintain top tier relationships with key decision makers in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy: Implement and drive sales strategies to promote Weatherford’s Wireline Products across the Sub-Saharan Africa region.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while aggressively pursuing new business opportunities.
• Technical Demos: Conduct high-level technical presentations and demonstrations of wireline and slickline technologies to prospective customers.
• Proposal Management: Prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals (using Xait-Porter) and oversee the tender response process.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor competitor activities and industry trends across Nigeria, Angola, Congo, and other key African markets.
• Collaboration: Liaise with operations, engineering, and account managers to develop customized solutions that meet specific client needs.
• Safety & Compliance: Act as an ambassador for Weatherford’s "Get Everyone Managing Safety" (GEMS) initiative and ensure all corporate governance standards are met.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geosciences, or a related technical field (or minimum 8 years industry experience in lieu of a degree).
• Technical Experience: At least 5 years of wireline/slickline technical experience, combining field work and onshore technical support.
• Sales Experience: Minimum 3 years in a product or services sales role specifically within the energy sector.
• Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Sub-Saharan Africa oil and gas markets (Nigeria, Angola, Congo, etc.).
• Communication: Impeccable written and verbal English skills, additional languages like French or Portuguese are a big plus.
• Travel Readiness: Ability and willingness to travel internationally across SSA (up to 50% travel expected).
• Tools: Proficiency with CRM systems (SFDC.com) and the Microsoft Office suite.

What You Will Gain

• Regional Leadership: Take ownership of a massive territory (Sub-Saharan Africa), boosting your professional profile on a continental level.
• Global Exposure: Work with an international brand that is a household name in the global energy services industry.
• Innovation Hub: Get hands-on with some of the most advanced wireline and slickline technologies in the market today.
• Career Growth: Weatherford is known for learning and development, providing a clear path for those who consistently deliver results.
• Dynamic Environment: Enjoy a role that blends high-level technical engineering with strategic business development and international travel.

Application Procedure

Ready to lead Weatherford's wireline sales across Africa? Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the recruitment portal below:

Application Link: Apply via Recruitment Portal

Ensure your CV highlights your technical field experience alongside your sales achievements. Please double-check the application portal link provided to ensure it directs you to the correct Weatherford submission page for this specific SSA role.

Editorial: Career Insight for Tech-Sales Professionals

In the oil and gas industry, especially in the SSA geozone, Technical Sales is where the real action happens. Companies aren't just looking for smooth talkers, they want someone who can explain exactly how a wireline tool will save them millions in rig time or prevent an expensive workover.

To win this role at Weatherford, your CV needs to show evidence of revenue growth. Don't just say you sold products, say you increased a client's efficiency by X% or closed a multi-million dollar tender in Angola. Since this role involves a lot of travel (up to 50%), you should also emphasize your ability to work autonomously and manage relationships across different cultures. With a closing date of 2 April, 2026, you have time to polish your technical abstracts or articles if you have any, as Weatherford values thought leadership.

Important Notice

A global firm like Weatherford follows strict ethical hiring practices. If any agent contacts you on social media or WhatsApp asking for payment to guarantee your employment, please block and report them immediately. Your technical expertise and sales record are all you need. Stand tall and apply professionally.