Production Operative - Finishing

Siemens Energy; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Gamesa, part of Siemens Energy, is seeking a Production Operative for its Hull wind turbine blade finishing facility. You will perform wet lay-up prep, sanding, grinding and quality checks in a safety‑conscious team environment.

In this physically demanding role, you will work in full PPE and follow strict engineering specifications to ensure blade quality and reliability for the wind energy mission.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanding, grinding, filling, or plastering.
• Background in welding, fabrication, or engineering with ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Experience in shipbuilding, aircraft, automotive, caravan, or other composite surface preparations within manufacturing.
• Familiarity with fillers and epoxy or polyester resins.
• Resilience and endurance with a strong focus on health and safety.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow processes precisely.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety requirements for yourself and those around you.
• Demonstrate good organisational skills and use the correct materials, tools, and equipment.
• Plan and lay out work, following strict engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Carry out grinding, sanding, and filling of the blade as specified in training.
• Use fiberglass sheets and epoxy resin to perform wet lay-up lamination.
• Check and monitor work with very high levels of attention to detail.
• Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the quality and safety of wind turbine blades.

Skills

Sanding

Grinding

Filling

Welding

Fabrication

Engineering

Composite prep

Attention to detail

Job description

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa are becoming Omterra. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Kingston up Hull Cit

Kingston Upon Hull

Company

Organization

Wind Power

Business Unit

Operations

Full-time

Experience Level

Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot Of Your Day

Are you interested in a career in manufacturing? Do you want to work as part of a close-knit team where you will strive to deliver world-class quality?

As a Production Operative in our Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing Facility in Hull, you will work within our Finishing Department, carrying out wet lay-up work on the blades after the casting process and preparing them for painting.

This physically demanding role requires resilience and endurance, as you will spend long periods in full PPE, including paper suits and air-fed masks, while ensuring high attention to detail to spot any potential faults.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Adhere to all health and safety requirements for yourself and those around you.
• Demonstrate good organisational skills and the ability to use the correct materials, tools, and equipment.
• Plan and lay out work, following strict engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Carry out grinding, sanding, and filling of the blade as specified in initial and ongoing training.
• Use fiberglass sheets and epoxy resin to perform wet lay-up lamination.
• Check and monitor work constantly, ensuring very high levels of attention to detail.
• Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the quality and safety of our wind turbine blades, supporting our mission for sustainable energy.

What You Bring

• Experience in sanding, grinding, filling, or plastering.
• Background in welding, fabrication, or engineering, with the ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Experience in shipbuilding, aircraft, automotive, caravan, or any other composite surface preparations within manufacturing.
• Familiarity with fillers and epoxy or polyester resins.
• Resilience and endurance, with a strong focus on health and safety.
• Exceptional attention to detail, following all processes exactly.
• Your passion for producing high-quality work and ability to work well in a team or independently will be key to your success in this role.

Who is Siemens Gamesa

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation.Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Gamesa: https://www.siemens-energy.com/global/en/home/careers/working-with-us.html

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by multiple nationalities. We celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards and Benefits

• Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come
• A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy
• Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality
• Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization
• Employer-funded pension
• Attractive remuneration package (fixed/variable)
• Local benefits such as subsided lunch and public transport tickets, employee discounts and much more

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.