Technical Manager

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.
 

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Technical Manager in Tisselt!

This position will be but focused on people management, departmental growth, and technical leadership. You’ll lead a talented team of specialists, drive technical excellence, and act as a key member of the local leadership team, contributing to the long-term success of the business.

What you’ll do:

• Provide specialist technical advice on products and systems related to gypsum boards and passive fire protection, supporting both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Develop and implement new systems and applications to meet emerging market demands and comply with evolving fire safety regulations.
• Work closely with architects, contractors, engineering partners, and testing agencies to deliver value-driven and compliant technical solutions.
• Lead and deliver technical training and seminars for internal staff and external audiences including universities and industry professionals.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to create technical content for brochures, handbooks, and publications.
• Drive product innovation through research, performance testing, and optimization of system designs.
• Represent Etex in industry bodies and working groups, helping influence standards and raise awareness of cutting-edge solutions.
• Coach and lead a team of technical specialists, guiding their development and ensuring excellence in every technical recommendation made.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven technical expertise in construction systems, ideally in Passive Fire Protection
• A passion for problem-solving and a track record of innovation in technical product development.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to coach and inspire high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in Dutch, with good written and spoken proficiency in English and French.

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).