Training Manager: Bricklaying (International / Africa Focus)

Building Materials | Tile Industry | Global Exposure

I am working with a well-established international player in the building materials sector who is looking to appoint a highly experienced Training Manager: Bricklaying to take ownership of their global tile installation training strategy, with a strong focus on Africa and other emerging markets.

This is not just a training role — it’s a business-critical position where you will play a key role in uplifting technical standards, empowering local mason communities, and supporting international expansion through structured, high-impact training initiatives.

You will act as the vital link between head office, local distributors, and on-site masons, ensuring consistent quality, strong brand alignment, and successful project rollouts across multiple regions.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Training Strategy & Implementation

• Design and roll out a structured, market-relevant tile installation training programme

• Develop training materials including manuals, assessments, and practical guides

• Deliver hands-on training across various international markets

• Continuously evaluate and improve training effectiveness based on feedback and performance

Performance & Reporting

• Set and track training KPIs (coverage, pass rates, skill improvement)

• Compile regular reports for head office with insights and recommendations

New Market Expansion (Africa Focus)

• Support the launch of mason training projects in new markets

• Assist in building local teams and implementing standard operating procedures

• Drive adoption and ensure successful project execution on the ground

Project & Compliance Management

• Ensure all training and project activities meet internal standards and compliance requirements

• Work closely with audit and finance teams where required

• Manage budgets and ensure optimal use of training resources

Stakeholder Engagement

• Train and support local teams, distributors, and marketing functions

• Build strong relationships with masons to understand real on-site challenges

• Collaborate with internal teams to align training with product and brand standards

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant degree

• 5–8 years’ experience in training, technical support within the building materials / tile industry

• Proven experience working directly with mason training or installation teams

• Exposure to international or emerging markets (Africa highly advantageous)

• Willingness to travel extensively across multiple countries

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of tile installation techniques, materials, and quality standards

• Ability to design and deliver technical training programmes from scratch

• Confident in troubleshooting on-site installation challenges

• Solid understanding of market dynamics and artisan (mason) needs

Key Competencies

• Fluent in English (French is a strong advantage)

• Excellent project management and execution ability

• Strong cross-cultural communication skills

• Hands-on, practical, and solutions-driven approach

• High level of accountability and attention to detail

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to step into a globally impactful role where your expertise will directly influence skills development, service quality, and market growth across Africa and beyond.

If you enjoy being on the ground, working with people, and building something scalable and meaningful — this one’s worth a serious look.