Lean Leadership Master Class | Lean Training | Brisbane (QLD)
Practical Lean Training in Brisbane delivered by a former Toyota factory manager
Join a lean training program in Brisbane this August 2026, designed for organisations across Queensland seeking to embed continuous improvement and operational excellence.
This two-day Lean Leadership Master Class is led by former Toyota factory manager and global kaizen expert Akinori Hyodo (Hyodo Sensei), alongside Shinka Management Director Paul Smith.
If you are looking for lean manufacturing training in Brisbane that goes beyond theory and delivers real-world application, this program will provide the insights and tools you need to drive meaningful change.
Dates: 20 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm | Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
Training Location: James Hardie, 1/35 Cobalt St, Carole Park QLD 4300, Australia
Investment: AUD $1,295 + GST
Includes: Catering (lunch and refreshments), site tour of James Hardie facility and practical exercises
This Brisbane-based workshop is tailored to help leaders and managers:
- Apply lean principles and the Toyota Production System (TPS) in their own operations
- Improve productivity, quality, and efficiency through structured continuous improvement
- Develop internal capability for sustainable kaizen implementation
- Gain insights directly from decades of Toyota leadership experience
- Learn how to foster a culture that supports operational excellence
Unlike classroom-only courses, this program combines interactive learning, real-world examples, and on-site observation, making it one of the most practical lean training courses available in Australia.
For further details of Shinka Management’s training programs, see our lean training page or contact us.
Learn from a Toyota Lean Expert
Hyodo Sensei brings more than 40 years of experience implementing the Toyota Production System across manufacturing and beyond.
His career includes:
- Former Factory Manager within Toyota
- Leadership role in Toyota’s global Kaizen Promotion Team
- Decades of experience developing high-performing production systems
- International consulting across multiple industries
This is a rare opportunity in Queensland to learn directly from a practitioner who has successfully applied lean at the highest level.
Who should attend?
This lean training course in Brisbane is ideal for:
- Managing Directors and Executives
- Operations and Production Managers
- Continuous Improvement and Lean Leaders
- Quality Managers and Engineers
Target Sectors
The Lean Leadership Master Class is particularly relevant for organisations across:
- Manufacturing
- Food and beverage
- Logistics and transport
- Wholesale and distribution
- Defence and industrial sectors
What You Will Learn
Over two days, participants will explore both the principles and practical application of lean:
Day 1 – Lean Foundations and Factory Insight
- Core principles of the Toyota Production System (TPS)
- The role of leadership in lean transformation
- Developing people and building capability
- Site tour and operational observation
Day 2 – Applying Lean in Practice
- Review and analysis of site observations
- 5S and visual management techniques
- Standard work design and implementation
- Building a sustainable continuous improvement culture
- Hands-on kaizen activity
Real-World Lean Learning Experience
A key feature of this Brisbane lean training program is a site visit and operational walk-through at James Hardie, allowing participants to:
- See lean concepts applied in a real production environment
- Identify improvement opportunities
- Practice structured problem-solving
This practical approach ensures participants return to their organisations ready to take action.
What our lean training participants have said…
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
A great training experience with a very wise lean practitioner, simplifying understanding of approaches to lean.
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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
The training course was very valuable to our organisation. Great results were achieved. I am still using the tools for improvements.
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
I thought the training was fantastic. It was well presented and organised, and the material was very relevant and can be applied to our organisation. Shinka Management created a comfortable environment where we could ask questions and participate in group discussions.
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
The Shinka Team enables an excellent learning environment for lean practitioners at all levels. They possess excellent communication skills and facilitate learning events incorporating theory, discussion and practical exercises. I would recommend to anyone interested in improving their business.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Thank you Shinka Team – this is very useful and, believe me, we will use it extensively. Rest assured that we will call you whenever something is required as the team is extremely satisfied with your time with us and, in particular, I have learnt a lot of new things and you’ve made me think…
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Brisbane Site Tour Host – James Hardie
James Hardie is a global manufacturer of high-performance building products, best known for its fibre cement cladding, weatherboards, internal linings, flooring and other construction systems. Its products are widely used in residential and commercial buildings, providing durable, low-maintenance solutions for exterior façades, walls, wet areas, floors and fire-rated applications. Founded in Australia, the company now operates across Australia and New Zealand, North America and Europe and has played a leading role in developing and commercialising fibre cement building technology.
The Carole Park site in Brisbane is James Hardie’s largest manufacturing facility in Australia, producing fibre cement products for homes and buildings throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Secure Your Place
This lean training workshop in Brisbane is expected to fill quickly.
If your organisation is seeking lean training in Queensland that delivers practical outcomes and direct access to Toyota expertise, we encourage early registration.