Gyproc invests in construction skills for South Africa

As South Africa’s construction industry modernises, the demand for skilled drywall and ceiling installers is rapidly rising. For retailers and contractors, this trend brings opportunity. In addition to supplying materials, they are supporting a new generation of trained, confident installers.

That is where Gyproc South Africa is making a difference. Through its Saint-Gobain Technical Academy and a national training programme, the brand is bridging the gap between product innovation and practical application, ensuring that the systems sold in-store are installed to the highest standard. 

Training that drives confidence and customer loyalty

Located in Germiston South, Gauteng, the Saint-Gobain Technical Academy offers both practical and theoretical courses focused on drywall, ceilings, plastering, and partition systems. Training is open to beginners, contractors, and experienced applicators alike, anyone wanting to sharpen their skills and stay current with modern construction systems. 

For retailers, this creates a valuable link between sales and support. By encouraging customers, particularly contractors and installers, to participate in Gyproc’s training, stores can help ensure product satisfaction, reduce installation errors, and build long-term customer loyalty. Additionally, retailers themselves can attend the training and ensure that they impart the correct knowledge to customers wanting to tackle drywalling and ceiling installations.  

“Every session does not just teach, it inspires. We want to equip participants not only with the tools of the trade but the confidence to take ownership of their craft,” says the Gyproc team. 

Training that comes to you

Recognising the need for accessibility, Gyproc’s skilled training specialists travel across South Africa to deliver on-site training directly where it’s needed, in stores, on project sites, or through partnerships with colleges and community initiatives. 

This mobile approach is ideal for: 

• Retailers wanting to host training sessions or product demos for applicators and installers 

• Contractors are preparing their teams for upcoming projects 

• Colleges offering construction or technical skills programmes 

• Youth development organisations focused on job readiness. 
   

This national support gives Gyproc retailers and customers alike access to the same high standard of training found at the Technical Academy. 

Why it matters for retailers

South Africa’s construction market is shifting towards lightweight, energy-efficient building systems that save time, reduce waste, and enhance performance. But this shift relies on the people who install them and their ability to work confidently with new technologies and materials. 

For hardware and building supply retailers, this presents a clear advantage. A better-trained customer base leads to fewer product returns, fewer on-site issues, and a stronger reputation for quality and reliability. 

By promoting Gyproc’s free, accessible, and industry-driven training, retailers can position themselves as partners in progress. By attending the training, they can further position themselves as a competent and trustworthy knowledge source for their customers. 

Building skills, building futures

At Gyproc, the philosophy is simple: “We don’t just build walls and ceilings, we build people, skills, and confidence.” 

The Saint-Gobain Technical Academy is helping to shape a more skilled, professional, and empowered construction workforce. And in doing so, this helps retailers, contractors, and applicators alike to build a stronger foundation for the future. 

Retailers are encouraged to book their free training session and join Gyproc in developing the next generation of skilled installers — one wall at a time. 

For more information; visit: www.gyproc.co.za; call: 012 657 2800