Technical or Training Manager

Technical and/or Training Manager

MID533

Reporting to: Managing Director and/or Business Development Manager

Our mission is to support South Africa’s infrastructure with superior locally made alternatives to imported components.

Job Purpose

The Technical and/or Training Manager will be responsible for leading the company’s technical development initiatives and growing its EWSETA-accredited training centre into a standalone business unit. This role will provide subject matter expertise on cable accessories, support product innovation, and ensure the company’s training capabilities are aligned with industry standards and customer needs.

• Manage and grow the company’s accredited training centre.
• Plan and coordinate training courses locally and internationally.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date training materials aligned with the latest products and best practices.
• Ensure EWSETA and ISO 9001 compliance for the training function.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships for training engagements.
• Provide technical input into product development and improvements.
• Assist with product design reviews, installation instructions, and bill of materials.
• Support the sales team with technical expertise and product knowledge.
• Conduct technical training, product demonstrations, and hands-on jointing/terminating sessions where required.
• Travel nationally and internationally as needed for training and project support.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Education:

• Matric Certificate with strong Maths and Science (required)
• Tertiary qualification (B.Eng. or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering preferred)
• MV and LV Cable Accessory certification (beneficial)
• SETA Accreditation as Facilitator, Assessor and/or Moderator (beneficial)

Experience:

• Experience in MV cable jointing and terminating (preferred)
• Previous training facilitation or instructional experience
• Experience in technical documentation development and product support

Other Requirements:

• Valid passport and driver’s license
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans and additional languages are advantageous)
• Willingness to travel for extended periods

• Strong leadership and self-management skills
• Ethical, responsible, and value-driven
• Technical aptitude and analytical thinking
• Excellent planning and time management
• Effective communicator and team collaborator
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Proficient in MS Office
• Punctual, motivated, and solutions-oriented

Authority & Decision-Making Scope

Other: Authority to book, coordinate, and negotiate training sessions

• Reports to: Managing Director and/or Business Development Manager
• Peers:
• Internal Sales Manager
• External Sales Manager
• Production Manager
• Business Development Manager