Account Manager - Mining - Central QLD
About the role
Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our Steelforce business.
Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will drive profitable growth across the Central Queensland region by developing new accounts, expanding existing contracts and exceeding budgets. The role focuses on building strong relationships with mining and energy customers while promoting core products and solutions and delivering growth plans that increase share of wallet through competitive pricing.
What you will be doing:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with mining and energy customers, actively managing your territory and developing new opportunities through leads, cold calling and project tracking.
- Develop customer and competitor profiles, maintain CRM data and create targeted value propositions and growth plans to increase share of wallet.
- Execute structured call plans and consistently meet activity targets to support pipeline growth and account development.
- Deliver commercial outcomes by preparing quotes, tenders and pricing strategies aligned with policy and customer needs.
- Collaborate with sourcing and supply chain to ensure competitive product availability and fulfil contractual obligations.
- Maintain accurate consignment and account records while driving sales growth and achieving budget targets.
You will be rewarded with:
- Company vehicle and fuel card
- Permanent, full-time hours with job security
- Team environment with supportive culture
Primary Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:
- Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
What you will bring:
- Strong product and industry knowledge, ideally within steel, piping or similar distribution environments
- Sound understanding of mining operations and customer needs within the sector
- Proven sales experience with a solid track record of achieving and exceeding targets
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
- Highly results-driven, with strong planning, reporting, and organisational capabilities
The successful candidate will ideally be based in the Mackay region. Rockhampton or Emerald are also suitable locations.
Why join us?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
- Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build your own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
About us
Steelforce supplies Australian-made structural steel, merchant bar, pipe and tube through branches in major cities nationwide.
We deliver consistent quality and dependable supply, supporting construction, manufacturing and infrastructure projects across Australia.
Steelforce is a brand of InfraBuild.
How to apply
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.