Synthomer is a leading supplier of high‑performance polymers used in sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives and health. The company operates around the world with multiple innovation centres and manufacturing sites.
About The Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented Reliability Technician to join our Maintenance team. In this role, you will support the delivery of reliability and maintenance engineering activities mainly at the Lithene Plant, helping to improve performance, safety and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures, including oversight of contractors where required.
- Conduct reliability inspections and monitoring.
- Perform servicing and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
- Support the development of reliability tours and systems.
- Collaborate with production, engineering and technical teams to resolve process, SHE and performance issues.
- Identify and recommend improvements in inspection, testing and reliability technologies.
- Provide regular updates and reports on reliability activities and progress.
- Assist in the investigation of incidents and failures related to reliability issues.
- Ensure all risk assessments and method statements are followed and adhered to.
Qualifications
- Education: Ideally HNC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline (Mechanical preferred).
- Minimum two years’ experience in a relevant engineering role.
- Strong planning, reporting and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the business.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and reliability excellence.
- Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office; knowledge of SAP S4 is advantageous but not essential.
Equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
