Technical Training Lead - South

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Technical department could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

We are currently recruiting for a field-based Technical Training Lead in the South, with training being delivered on site at Head office in Sittingbourne. The patch includes: the Home Counties and South West Counties.

Can you say yes?

• Do you have previous experience in the drywall or wider building industry?
• Do you hold PTLLS, AET, or an equivalent teaching/training qualification?

Do you hold a full UK driving license?

If so we would welcome your application.

What You'll Be Doing

You will be expected to work closely with customers in our value chain, performing various types of technical training, and support (System build /compliance /SMS) and reporting back to the customer. You will also be expected to lead and perform practical demonstrations of products and deliver high quality CPD’s or product training to professionals in the drywall industry, aiming to always offer the best technical advice service.

• Promote Knauf products and systems, and the Knauf Technical Academy in a professional and articulate manner; through social media, customer interactions, presentations and site compliance inspections and reporting.
• Supporting R&D and Technical Development team by applying trade-based insights and skills to guide project teams, along side supporting Marketing and Manufacturing teams.
• Provide support for trade events, Airless demonstrations and Knauf training sessions. Completing site compliance reports if visiting sites.
• Inspire, Knauf customers through high-quality teaching and learning and facilitate honest, productive conversations about how to support our customers.

Trained to PTLLS , AET or equivalent

Full UK drivers license

IT literate and able to use digital social media, Microsoft platforms

Efficient diary management

We Will Provide

• A competitive salary of around £40,000 + package
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Three paid days leave for community, charitable, or voluntary commitments.
• 7% employer pension contribution.
• Level 3 Westfield Cashplan Healthcare.
• Income Protection
• Access to a Reward & Benefits platform.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (legal or medical advice).
• Life Assurance (x 4 times your basic salary).
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Tech Scheme
  
  

What happens next?

We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within three working days.

We are one of the leading manufacturers of gypsum-based building materials in the UK.

We are proud to be a part of the Knauf Group, one of the largest independent building materials manufacturers in the world.

We sell plasterboard, plaster, metal sections, flooring, external renders, insulating laminates, drywall accessories and more and have more than 320 plants and sales organisations in over 90 countries. We employee over 43,500 people worldwide.