Take the next step in your career
Comprehensive product training
Negotiable salary package matched to your experience
Why You Will Be Excited About This Role
Imagine leading a new branch where your trade knowledge is valued and your leadership shapes a small team.
Backed by one of Australia's leading names in specialised high-performance coatings, this is an opportunity to develop and build a team in the South Australian market.This isn't a desk job managing spreadsheets – you'll be hands-on.
In your first 12 months, you'll take ownership of the new South Australian branch, build relationships with trade customers and introduce cutting-edge solutions to projects that matter.
Success here means becoming the go-to person for South Australia's top applicators and builders.
What makes this opportunity stand out:
Real job ownership;You will be responsible for the development of the South Australian branch shaping how the branch operates, build you team and drive growth.
Backed by proven systems;Access comprehensive training, ongoing support, and a proven template for success that's worked across an established Australian branch network.
Career progression;This is a national business that is focused on developing their people and rewarding performance and loyalty, promoting internally first.
Work with products that excite your clients;Represent Australian-made, cutting-edge applications developed through 30+ years of R&D; expertise that applicators genuinely want to use.
Why You Will Like Working Here




You'll be part of an Australian success story – a locally owned manufacturing business that's spent over 20 years becoming one of the country's most respected names in coatings.
You'll represent innovative products backed by real-world testing, industry expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement that keeps you ahead of competitors.Additional benefits that matter:
Negotiable salary packagebased on your experience and what you bring to the role.
Comprehensive product training– full epoxy and coatings training provided, including training undertaken in head office in Brisbane (2-5 days)
Career development -Access to Australia's leading training programs and ongoing industry education.
What You Will Be Working On
Your focus is simple but significant: develop and lead your team to deliver exceptional service while delivering growth.
Build a culture of sales excellence and customer loyalty.
You'll be the face of the business in South Australia – be the reliable expert that applicators and contractors depend on for technical advice, prompt service, and honest communication.
Oversee dispatch, manage stock to showroom standards, and ensure the branch runs smoothly while maintaining the professional image the business is known for.This role gives you genuine responsibility for the branch's success – your relationships, and leadership directly impact results.
You'll tackle challenges that require trade knowledge, people skills,



and commercial savvy, making every day different and engaging.
What Type Of Person Will Be Successful
We're looking for someone who bridges two worlds: trade and sales.
You will be self-motivated to drive sales in a trade industry and will possess previous experience supervising or managing a small team to commercial success.
You're comfortable picking up the phone to build relationships, coaching your team through challenges, and jumping on the forklift to meet customer demands.
You will have a 'hands-on' approach, willing to roll up your sleeves and work as part of the team.
Bonus points for:
Background in epoxy coatings, flooring systems, or industrial coatings advantageous however, full training will be provided.
Experience in trade supply, construction materials, or building products sales
Track record of meeting sales targets and developing high-performing teams
Fortklift licence required.
We are happy to support you to acquire a licence.
If you've been curious about roles such as Branch Manager, Site Manager, Trade Sales Manager, Operations Manager, or Territory Manager in the coatings, building products, or trade supply industries, we'd love to hear from you.How To Apply
If this sounds like the next step you have been looking for, we want to hear your story.
Even if you don't tick every box but have the trade credibility, people skills, and drive to succeed, please apply – we're looking for the right person, not just the perfect resume.
Equal opportunity employer committed to building diverse teams and creating an inclusive workplace.

📌 Branch Manager High-Performance Coatings (Adelaide)
🏢 Stenhouse Recruitment
📍 Adelaide