Training Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026. Nu-Heat scores A on the Alion truth index.
Closing Date for Application:
Thursday 08/10/2026AtPolypipe Building Products, our people and values sit at the centre of everything we do. We design and manufacture plumbing, drainage, ventilation and water management solutions used in homes and buildings across the UK.
Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a hands-on technical training centresupporting installers, plumbers, heating engineers and groundworkers across the UK.
You will design and deliver engaging training programmes covering plastic plumbing, drainage and low-carbon heating technologies, ensuring installers understand how to install our systems safely, efficiently and in line with UK Building Regulations and the Future Homes Standard.
This role combines technical expertise, leadership and creativity, giving you the chance to influence industry standards while helping grow the Polypipe brand.
What You’ll Be Doing
Design and deliver practical, hands-on training programmes and assessmentscovering our full product portfolio.
Ensure all training content aligns with UK Building Regulations, industry best practice and the Future Homes Standard.
Develop blended learning content, including installation videos, webinars and digital training materials.
Work with the marketing team to create technical content for social media and digital platforms.
Lead the design and continuous improvement of the training centre, ensuring workshop areas reflect real-world installation scenarios.
Manage the day-to-day running of the facility, including training schedules, stock levels and health & safety compliance.
Maintain training rigs, tools and equipment to the highest safety and performance standards.
Lead and mentor the Associate Trainer and wider teamto ensure engaging and consistent training delivery.
Act as the main contact for awarding bodies such as BPECand LCL Awardsto maintain accredited training centre status.
Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through learner feedback and competency assessments.
Represent Polypipe as a brand ambassador, attending trade shows and industry events.
About You
We’re looking for someone with strong industry knowledge, practical experience and a passion for developing others.
You will be confident presenting to groups, designing engaging training programmes and translating technical information into practical learning experiences.
Essential Experience
On-site industry and training experience
Strong knowledge of plastic plumbing, domestic drainage, underfloor heating and air source heat pumps.
Experience developing training courses or workshopsfrom technical documentation.
Strong presentation and communication skills.
Experience managing a training facility or operational site, including health & safety oversight.
A1 Assessor Qualification or recognised training qualification.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Qualifications
Level 3 Air Source Heat Pump Qualification.
Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET).
Level 3 Award in Low Temperature Heating & Hot Water Design.
WRAS / G3 Unvented / Part P (Basic Electrical) certifications.
Working Hours
Monday - Friday | 09:00 - 17:00
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package including:
Company Car
25 days annual leave
Contributory pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
Life assurance
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Sharesave scheme
Staff discount across all Genuit Group products
Health and wellbeing initiatives including:
Occupational health support
On-site physiotherapy
Counselling services
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.