Careers with SNF U.K.

SNF is the world’s leading polyacrylamide manufacturer, supplying a range of flocculants for the Industrial & Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Oilfield markets.

An opportunity has arisen at our Production Facility in Billingham for a Maintenance Technician to join the team. This is a full time, permanent position.

In this role you will be a member of the maintenance team operating on an Upper Tier COMAH production facility, always ensuring a safe and environmentally compliant operation whilst supporting the production teams in meeting production targets.

The key duties and responsibilities of this role will include the following:

• Complying with the site’s safe working practices.
• Following routine and preventative maintenance programs.
• Undertake appropriate preventative maintenance checks during planned production downtime to ensure that the equipment and machinery are available for production.
• Work to solve equipment issues using effective fault diagnosis skills and implement immediate containment, together with longer term innovative solutions.
• Accurately record all relevant activities on maintenance software.
• To assist with the day to day running of the Stores and Logistics, ensuring that data related to the stores are accurate and the stores IT system is maintained. Occasional delivery and collection of product and materials using company transport.
• Liaise with other site departments to organise maintenance work.
• Liaise with specialist maintenance companies working on site.
• Supervise contractors who are conducting maintenance and modification work on site.
• Undertake the commissioning and installation of new equipment as required to support new production or the improvement of current processes.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Physical workarounds to include manual handling.

Education, skills, and Experience required:

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) is desirable and/or demonstrative experience in a similar role.
• CompEx certification is desirable.
• Ability to problem solve, be naturally inquisitive and possess good diagnostic skills.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and work on own initiative.
• Capability to read P&ID’s and equipment drawings.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.

Competencies required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply problems solving and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• 12 % Non-contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
• 25 days holiday plus statutory days
• Long service holiday accrual scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free fruit

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria by the close of business on Wednesday, 27th August 2025.

SNF is the world’s leading polyacrylamide manufacturer, supplying a range of flocculants for the Industrial & Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Oilfield markets.

As we continue our exciting growth journey, we are pleased to announce the introduction of a new role within our Production Engineering structure for a Facilities & Energy Engineer based at our Production Facility in Billingham.

The Facilities & Energy Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of site infrastructure and utilities on an Upper Tier COMAH production facility. This includes buildings, bunds, pipe rack, plumbing, compressed air, site services, and external areas. The role ensures that the site remains safe, compliant, and fit for purpose, supporting operational continuity and future growth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Complying with the site’s safe working practices and relevant procedures.
• Leading, managing and co-ordinating statutory inspections and maintaining emergency systems (e.g. fire water system, extinguishers, safety showers).
• Leading, managing and co-ordinating utilities maintenance and improvement (boilers, chiller, cooling tower water, …) including water treatment, legionella legislation, PSSR.
• Leading, managing and co-ordinating maintenance and improvement on HVAC and AHU systems, plumbing, and drainage networks.
• Leading, managing and co-ordinating maintenance and minor works for building fabric and site infrastructure (roads, bunds, fencing, signage).
• Overseeing grounds maintenance, including gardening and external cleaning contractors.
• Planning and delivering small refurbishment projects for offices, labs, and welfare areas.
• Liaising with external contractors and suppliers to deliver maintenance and compliance works, including collection of RAMS, preparation and issuing of work permits.
• Creating and being responsible for actively managing and tracking Facilities & Energy budget.
• Managing energy contracts and suppliers, monitoring site energy performance, and leading optimisation initiatives to reduce energy consumption and cost in line with company sustainability goals.
• Creating, managing, and maintaining accurate records for both internal and external audits and inspections.

Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge/Experience:
• Experience managing facilities and utilities within a high-hazard or COMAH-regulated environment.
• Good understanding of statutory and regulatory compliance for industrial facilities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with CMMS software preferred.
• Competent in contractor management and site coordination.
• Basic IT skills (Excel, maintenance systems, email).

Competencies:
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and site standards. Compensation &

Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• 12 % Non-contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
• 25 days holiday plus statutory days
• Long service holiday accrual scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free fruit

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria by the close of business on Monday, 29th September 2025.

SNF is the world’s leading polyacrylamide manufacturer, supplying a range of flocculants for the Industrial & Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Oilfield markets.

To continue supporting our aggressive growth period and increase in activities within operations, a great opportunity has arisen for four Warehouse Operators to join our Production team in Billingham.

The main purpose of this role will be the safe loading and unloading of road tankers. In addition, safely handling & coordinating the storage of both raw materials and finished products with all activities adhering to the Company’s established operating policies and procedures.

This role will report into the Warehouse Supervisor and work as part of a team who are responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the warehouse.

We have vacancies for the following working patterns: 
• Working days – Monday to Friday
• Working hours – 6.00am – 2.00pm (2 vacancies)
• Working hours – 10.00am – 6.00pm (2 vacancies)

As a part of your application, please specify your preferred working pattern. If both are suitable, please advise this also. Training for the role will take place on days between 08:00am and 16:00pm and once successfully trained operators will be allocated their working pattern.

Key Duties and Responsibilities include:
• Loading and unloading bulk tankers / road barrels.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles IBC’S Pallets, Kegs etc., with a forklift truck.
• Operation of a forklift truck to move and rearrange stock, ensuring that products are stored safely and labelled correctly.
• Receipt & Store received goods in the appropriate locations within the warehouse.
• Check loads for damaged or missing items upon receipt.
• Weigh out raw materials for production.
• Check paperwork to ensure the correct material is loaded.
• Carry out periodic stock checks.
• Ensure the warehouse is kept clean and tidy.
• Stay up to date with all training requirements as identified in the job holder’s training plan.
• Physical workarounds, climbing ladders and stairs including manual handling.
• Work with exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Performing duties in line with regulations, Health and Safety guidelines and tight deadlines.
• Ensure all site waste is disposed of according to environmental and site standards.
• Sampling incoming raw materials and finished goods as requested.
• Filtering finished goods and raw materials.
• Additional duties as and when required to meet the demands of our developing business.
• Training new operators to enable them to become fully competent members of the Warehouse team.

Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge:
• Full UK driving license essential.
• A Forklift Truck (FLT) license is highly desirable but not essential.
• Ability to accurately complete paperwork and count stock items.
• Proficient IT skills, including Outlook.
• A high level of accuracy is essential.
• Ability to work on own initiative and unsupervised.

Competencies:
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively across all functions.
• Ability to solve problems and offer solutions.
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Good relationship management and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Experience:
• Experience in a warehouse operative role is desirable.
• Experience in loading / offloading tankers / containers desirable.

Compensation & Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• 12 % Non-contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
• 25 days holiday plus statutory days
• Long service holiday accrual scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free fruit

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria by the close of business on Monday, 29th September 2025.