Industry Technology Specialist - BioEnergy and Grain Processing

Industry Technology Specialist - BioEnergy and Grain Processing page is loaded Industry Technology Specialist - BioEnergy and Grain Processinglocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: April 30, 2026 (28 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR111338 Industry Technology Specialist- BioEnergy & Grain Processing Role Purpose The Technical Service Specialist will provide expert technical support to customers in the grain processing, distilling, and bioenergy sectors across the Middle East and Africa region. This individual contributor role is key to ensuring successful product adoption, delivering technical excellence, and driving innovation-led growth aligned with business strategy. Key Responsibilities Customer Support & Troubleshooting Provide hands-on technical support to customers Troubleshoot issues and ensure optimal product performance in grain processing, distilling, and biofuel environments New Product Launches Lead technical onboarding and field implementation of new products Coordinate trials, generate technical data, and support commercial teams Innovation & Project Leadership Drive regional innovation projects in collaboration with customers and application teams Focus on process optimization, efficiency improvements, and value creation Training & Knowledge Transfer Deliver technical training and workshops to internal teams, distributors, and customers Build capability and ensure correct application of solutions Market Intelligence Track industry trends, customer needs, and technological developments Support business strategy and commercial roadmap Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and R&D teams Align technical initiatives with business goals Qualifications & Experience Degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred) Minimum 5 years of experience in grain processing, distilling, ethanol, or related industries Strong knowledge of fermentation, enzymatic processes, milling, or biofuel applications Proven experience in leading field trials and analyzing technical data Willingness to travel extensively across the Middle East & Africa Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and interpersonal abilities Self-driven with the ability to work independently Strong project management and cross-cultural collaboration skills Customer-focused with a solution-oriented mindset Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn't the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You're welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities atCreate a job alert, and we'll let you know when new opportunities matching your interests open up. To create a job alert: Click this to set up a job alert. Please note : You'll need to sign in or create an account to proceed. Once signed in, select "Create Job Alert". Choose the job categories and locations that match your interests. Click "Create" - and we'll notify you directly when a relevant position is posted.Choose a career that matters - and never miss an opportunity to make a difference.