Careers with SNF U.K.

The SNF Group is the world’s leading polyacrylamide manufacturer, supplying a range of products into a multitude of industries including Municipal & Industrial Water Treatment and Oil & Gas Extraction.

SNF UK aim to attract high performing and collaborative people into our growing organisation and offers a competitive compensation & benefits package which includes:

  • Competitive salary
  • Non-contributory pension scheme
  • Annual Bonus Scheme
  • Life Assurance cover
  • Group Income Protection cover
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days
  • Long Service accrual scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Cyclescheme

If you would like to be a part of our successful team here in the UK, please take a look at our current opportunities below.


Current Vacancies

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 an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join the team. This is a full time, permanent position.

In this role you will be a member of the EC&I 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.

This role reports directly into the Electrical Supervisor.

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.
  • Liaise with other site departments to organise maintenance work.
  • Liaise with specialist maintenance companies working on site.
  • Liaise with contractors who are conducting maintenance and modification work on site.
  • Ensure the day-to-day operations of the central engineering stores.
  • 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.

 Education, skills, and Experience required:

  • Completed an industry recognised apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering
  • ONC / HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and demonstrative experience in a similar role.
  • COMPEX qualified for EX01 to EX04 is desirable.
  • BS7671: Requirement for Electrical Installations 2018 (18th Edition).
  • 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
  • Non-contributory Pension Scheme
  • Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days
  • Long service holiday accrual scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Cycle to work scheme

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 Friday, 2nd February 2024.

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

The Company is currently going through a significant growth period, to support that growth we are looking to appoint an Export Customers Services Officer to support the Supply Chain Manager at our Production Facility in Billingham.

The Role:

The main purpose of the role is to be responsible for the management of orders for customers across the globe into the Oil sector. This role is the main link between the customer and the production facilities ensuring the full coordination of the supply chain process.

This role will report into the Supply Chain Manager and is a full time permanent position.

Key Duties/Responsibilities include:

  • Proactive management of customer orders from cradle to grave including processing on D365.
  • Co-ordinating the movement of goods either in IBC’s pallets or bulk (tankers) around the globe from numerous manufacturing facilities.
  • Liaising with customers predominately through email and responding within a 24-hour window.
  • Liaising with production plants to fulfil customer requirements in a timely manner.
  • Regular communication with the Eastern Hemisphere Sales Manager to ensure a continuous accurate flow of information.
  • Management of stock allocation for direct deliveries from various worldwide production facilities.
  • Ensuring the accurate preparation of all export shipping documentation in line with customer requirements.
  • Timely uploading of all required information onto customer portals to meet customer requirements.
  • Preparation of customer invoices through the D365 system.

 Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

  • 5 x GCSE’s (grade 4 and above) as a minimum including English & Maths (or equivalent)
  • Proficient IT skills
  • Competent user of Microsoft Office (strong excel skills)
  • Experience of Dynamics 365 is desirable
  • A high level of accuracy
  • Able to work to tight deadlines
  • An understanding of the export of goods process would be a distinct advantage.

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Strong written/verbal communication skills
  • Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to problem solve along with good organisational skills.
  • Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary Bonus scheme
  • Non-contributory Pension Scheme
  • Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days
  • Long service holiday accrual scheme
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • On site free parking
  • Cycle Scheme

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 Friday, 2nd February 2024.

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 Head Office in Wakefield. The role is a temporary contract for a minimum of 12 months to cover a period of Maternity Leave for a Business Administrator.

The Role:

The main purpose of the role is to provide effective and proactive administrative support, with specific responsibility for operational day to day running of facilities and office equipment for the UK Head Office.  This role will report into the Administration Manager and is full time hours.

Key Duties/Responsibilities include:

  • Administration of the Company Car Fleet
  • Administration of the company credit card programme, VCC and expense system
  • Management of the Price book
  • Management of new supplier set up
  • Administration of Product set up
  • Administration of Carbon reporting and scope 3
  • Arranging travel for SNF employees to include hotel bookings
  • Management of on-site meeting rooms and management of office equipment on site e.g. photocopiers, printers, and facilities
  • Planning and organising of business meetings
  • Additional duties as and when required to meet the demands of our developing business

 Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • High level of IT literacy – ability to use Microsoft systems, predominately Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Administration (or similar role) – (min 2 years)
  • A flexible but organised approach with the ability to work independently if required.
  • The ability to prioritise your own workload.
  • Attention to detail is a pre-requisite along with a high level of accuracy.
  • The ability to work with the utmost discretion and with confidential issues as well as represent the company in a professional manner.

 Behavioural Competencies:

  • Strong written/verbal communication skills
  • Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to problem solve along with good organisational skills.
  • Ability to work in a diverse environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary Bonus scheme
  • Non-contributory Pension Scheme
  • Life Insurance & Group Income Protection
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • On site free parking
  • Cycle Scheme

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 Friday, 2nd February 2024.

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