Meet Neil Snowdon, the Director here at Frostree 👋🏼
Neil’s family are the original founders of Frostree and have expanded and established the business since the 80s.
Here are some facts about our Director, Neil that you might not know 👇🏼
Neil and a small team built their 16,000sq ft building themselves!
Neil enjoys working from the inception of a project and pre-tender to helping a client achieve their requirements for a successful project
He prefers to be hands-on in the factory or on-site rather than sitting in his office
Neil loves the Countryside and the outdoors, and in his spare time you can find him caring for, riding, and looking after his horses
He enjoys taking his dogs, Guinness and Murphy, out for walks and going out for meals with his wife Gail
Meet George Snowdon, the Managing Director at Frostree👋🏼
From Factory Work to Managing Director: George’s Journey at Frostree ✅
George’s career at Frostree is a story of hard work, growth, and determination.
In 2018, at just 16 years old, George began his journey with us, working in the factory during school holidays. After finishing school in 2020, he joined Frostree full-time and spent his first year gaining valuable experience in the factory.
In 2021, George moved on-site initially starting as a labourer. His dedication and drive quickly saw him transition into a fitting team, where he gained hands-on experience and developed his skills.
In June 2022, at the age of 20, George took a big step by transitioning into the office as a Trainee CAD Draughtsman. His career progressed rapidly, and by October 2024, he was promoted to General Manager.
And now, we’re pleased to announce that George has been promoted to Commercial Director 👏🏼
Alongside his career growth, George pursued his HNC in Building Studies at Darlington College, attending classes one day a week while balancing full-time work.
Meet Karl Henry, the Financial Director at Frostree👋🏼
After becoming a car mechanic straight out of school, Karl decided to follow his passion for numbers and apply for an apprenticeship with us.
When he first started his apprenticeship, Karl worked in the Accounts department alongside admin work which included looking after the office and doing general housekeeping.
Fast forward to now, he is our Financial Director here at Frostree 👋🏼
When asked about what he enjoys most about working at Frostree, Karl shared:
“I enjoy the atmosphere here the most! We’re all one big family here, and it’s what makes us a great team! I really enjoy my role too. Numbers have always been what I’ve been best at so it’s nice to have a role that includes using my brain on a daily basis.”
His spare time includes lots of family time as a first-time dad, he also plays for a darts team in the Maltby League and participates in regular dart tournaments within the ADC 🎯
Meet Lewis McGarrity, the Technical Director at Frostree👋🏼
From Factory Operative to Technical Director: Lewis’s Journey at Frostree 👏🏼
Lewis’s career journey at Frostree is a true example of progression, dedication, and ambition.
At 18, fresh from completing his A-Levels, Lewis wasn’t sure which direction to take, but thanks to a family connection he was introduced to Frostree, he joined as a factory operative.
From day one, he found his footing and quickly began to rise through the ranks 📈
Within just a few months, Lewis transitioned into fabricating aluminium and UPVC glazing systems, a role he held for 16 months. He then received the exciting opportunity to move into the office as a Trainee CAD Draughtsman, where he gained invaluable experience working on basic designs and completed a Level 3 BTEC in the Built Environment and Design.
With nearly five years of industry experience, Lewis was promoted to Draughtsman, where he took on more complex designs and became increasingly involved in early technical decision-making.
His drive to progress led him to complete a HNC in Building Studies, a goal he achieved through part-time education, all while receiving strong support from the team.
This hard work and dedication were recognised with a promotion to Technical Operations Manager, a role Lewis excelled in for three years, overseeing designs and assisting other departments with their day-to-day operations.
Meet John Eglinton, the Estimating Manager at Frostree 👋🏼
John first started his journey at Frostree in 2017 working as a apprentice estimator. Fast forward to now he is now Frostree’s estimating manager!
His experience being well founded from a young age has given him a deep understanding of facades and contractual agreements, which he utilises well in his role.
His background in business, economics and IT gives him a thorough understanding of the estimating process, giving him an edge in his field.
In his spare time, John enjoys playing Sunday league football, playing darts and padel.
When asked about his experience at Frostree, John had this to say:
“I have been here for nearly 8 years now and no day or project is the same. Everyone gets on well with each other and it is a great environment to work in”
Meet Simon Savage, the Contracts Manager at Frostree👋🏼
Simon began as an installer here at Frostree, and over the years, he’s moved up the ranks, becoming Installations Manager after just one year, and now he’s our Contracts Manager 👏🏼
Simon’s experience in installations has given him a hands-on understanding of the entire process, which he uses in his current role to ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.
When asked about what excites him most about his job, Simon shared this 👇🏼
“I love seeing the buildings we work on come to life, from the first stage to the final handover. Watching every detail fall into place is always rewarding.”
Simon is proud of the qualifications and certifications he’s earned over his time here and is always looking to improve.
Outside of work, Simon enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, staying active in his homemade gym, and relaxing in his garden bar 🍺
Meet Gary Smith, the Production Manager at Frostree 👋🏼
Straight out of school, Gary began his journey as a mechanic. However, seeking a change, he decided to complete two weeks of work experience here at Frostree and 17 years later, here we are!
In 2006, Gary joined Frostree as a fabricator in the factory, and over the years, Gary’s exceptional work has earned well-deserved promotions, from Fabricator to Factory Manager, and most recently, to Production Manager in 2023 👏🏼
When asked about his experience at Frostree, Gary shared:
“Yes, I enjoy my role. Each day brings a different challenge, and in my current position, I get to witness the entire process and be involved in projects from start to finish.”
Outside of work, Gary enjoys spending quality time with his daughter and partner, creating memories ❤️
Thank you to Gary for everything you do here at Frostree, here’s to another 17 years 🍻
Meet James Askins 👋🏼
James started his journey at Frostree working on the factory floor, and has recently moved to our in-house Design Team!
His hands-on experience with alluminium curtain walling and windows has given him a deep understanding of the building process, which he now brings to his new role.
With a background in graphic design, video production, and hydraulics, James is excited to use his skills in software like CAD and Logikal to turn concepts into reality.
He’s passionate about ensuring the design process flows smoothly, making production easier for the team on the floor.
When asked about what he’s most excited about joining the design team he said this 👇🏼
“I’m really looking forward to getting to grips with all aspects of the design process, but especially the more visual aspects of the job. I’m excited to use software like CAD and Logikal to turn concepts and initial plans into a more developed and realised final design.”
Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his family, freelancing as a graphic designer, and working as a camera operator at motorsport events.
Meet Cory Henry 👋🏼
At Frostree, we’re proud to have a team that’s passionate, driven, and always ready to get stuck in, and Cory is no exception.
Cory joined Frostree as part of our in-house Design Team, looking for a fresh start and a career he could truly be proud of. Since then, he’s become a valued part of the team, known for his positive attitude and willingness to support others!
What stands out most for Cory is the atmosphere. The work environment is friendly, supportive, and full of people who are always happy to help, which makes coming to work every day that bit better.
Outside of work, Cory enjoys playing darts and spending quality time with his two boys, which helps him unwind and stay grounded.
Meet Thomas Reynolds👋🏼
Thomas is our storeman here at Frostree.
Here’s a little bit about him 👇🏼
✍🏻 This is Thomas’s first EVER role after studying the Construction Industry at Middlesbrough College.
🛠️ His role includes a bit of everything, he started at Frostree as a trainee draughtsman which helped with understanding the design and installation process here.
💪🏼 He enjoys meeting new people and loves that he gets to experience every aspect of Frostree while on his apprenticeship.
🥋 In his spare time he does Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Martial Arts.