With a combined wealth of knowledge and expertise in the Flooring Industry, our trainers have you covered!
Glenn Andrew Cartledge
Andrew is a Contract Floor Covering Installer for the past 43 years. During this time, he has worked as a Foreman Leading Hand on Major Commercial Jobs, overseeing the installation of carpet and commercial vinyl products, in hospitals and schools in Victoria. Andrew has also employed and trained three apprentices for his own business, all of whom have gone on to be successful tradesmen.
As a Contractor, Andrew installs carpet, vinyl, and timber flooring daily. During these installations, he uses sanding and grinding machines to level and polish floors as required. During his time in the flooring industry, Andrew has also been involved in the sale of products to his clients as well as consulting with builders, architects, and project managers.
Andrew has been employed as a contractor trainer and Assessor with TFIA for the past 10 years and he has contributed to the growth of the RTO’s success. His expertise and knowledge of the Flooring Industry have been extensively used to design and develop updated training resources for the apprentices.
Andrew has also conducted residential training projects in Victoria and Tasmania for not-for-profit organisations which have broadened his trade experience and knowledge of different techniques and products while working with industry stakeholders on the job. It has also given him a better understanding of the roles of employees and apprentices.
His passion and commitment to training have seen many apprentices complete their apprenticeships successfully.
Paul Maher
Paul Maher has over 30 years of experience in the Flooring Industry. Commencing his career as a floor installer in 1970, Paul worked at his parent's business, gaining extensive experience in all flooring installation, both commercial and domestic. In 1986, Paul purchased his parent's business and continued to work in the industry until he sold the business.
Paul had a change in career and worked with Fire and Rescue NSW as a Facility Manager in their Regional Training Facility. He then went on to a position at Albury Wodonga Health as the emergency coordinator until 2019, when he retired.
His passion for the Flooring Industry saw him return to the industry, and he joined TFIA as a Trainer and Assessor. Paul brings to the TFIA his extensive experience training young people through his previous roles and a good understanding of training and guiding future generations of floor installers, supporting them with their online, onsite and remote learning.
Bruce Otten
Bruce Otten has over 40 years of experience in the Flooring Industry. He commenced his career as a floor installer in 1971 and has extensive knowledge, experience and skills in carpet, vinyl and timber installations.
Bruce has worked as an employee, subcontractor, contractor and has had his own retail business. He has also worked with and trained apprentices in different areas of the floorcovering industry. While working with his own apprentices and subcontractors Bruce realised how much he enjoyed teaching and training practical skills and knowledge from what he had learnt. He was approached by Holmesglen Tafe and offered a Trainer and Assessor role in 2008, working there for nine years.
From classroom delivery and onsite training and assessment to industry experience and exposure, Bruce feels he understands the needs of employers, apprentices and where the Flooring industry is heading.
Bruce was appointed as a Trainer and Assessor for TFIA Business Services in March 2017 and has settled into his new role with great interest and enthusiasm.