At a Glance
- Tasks: Build strong client relationships and drive new business opportunities in the construction industry.
- Company: Join Rockcote, a proud Australian family-owned leader in premium coatings.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, company vehicle, tools of the trade, and generous staff discounts.
- Other info: Ongoing training and employee wellbeing programs available.
- Why this job: Shape your territory and grow your career in a supportive team culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in rendering, coatings, or account management with a hunter mindset.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
We are seeking an experienced trade professional or Account Manager to join our team in Brisbane, taking ownership of key accounts while building strong client relationships and driving new business opportunities.
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in rendering, coatings, construction, or the building products industry. This is a field-based growth role suited to a self-starter with a strong commercial mindset who enjoys developing new business, identifying opportunities, and building long-term customer relationships across both established and emerging accounts.
With 47 years in the industry, Rockcote is a proudly Australian, family-owned manufacturer of premium render, texture coatings, and architectural coating systems. We support projects from specification through to application, not just product supply.
In this role, you will manage your territory across Greater Brisbane, strengthen trade relationships, and work closely with internal teams to support project delivery and ongoing business growth.
Responsibilities:
- Build and grow strong relationships across applicators, builders, distributors, and trade partners
- Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities across a growth-focused territory
- Use your practical trade knowledge to provide advice on product selection and application
- Support customers through the full project lifecycle, from specification to completion
- Conduct regular site visits, training, and technical support on-site and remotely
- Strengthen distributor and trade store relationships through education and engagement
- Partner closely with internal sales & technical teams to ensure smooth project handovers & execution support
- Manage your territory pipeline, accounts, and follow-ups with strong ownership and discipline
- Coordinate samples, project handovers, and on-the-ground support where required
About You:
- Background in rendering, coatings or a relevant construction trade or account management within building products
- Strong understanding of coatings systems and real-world application (highly regarded)
- Proven ability to build relationships and actively generate new business (hunter mindset essential)
- Operationally strong with CRM usage, order follow-ups, and territory management
- Strong service ethic, ensuring consistent and reliable customer support
- Confident communicator across trade and commercial stakeholders
- Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a field-based role
- Highly organised with strong time management and ownership of your territory
- Motivated to grow a long-term career in sales and account management
Why Rockcote?
- Proudly Australian, family-owned business with 47 years of industry leadership
- Genuine opportunity to grow and shape your territory
- Company vehicle + full tools of trade provided (phone, laptop, etc.)
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
- Employee wellbeing program + free counselling (EAP)
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Generous staff discounts on Rockcote products
Rockcote is an equal opportunity employer. Successful applicants will be required to complete a standard pre-employment medical.
Account Manager in Brisbane employer: Rockcote
Rockcote is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while enjoying the flexibility of a vehicle included for travel across the vibrant Sydney market. Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact our success in the construction and design sectors.
