Coating Operatives - Hull

Job description

As part of the next phase of recruitment for our Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing Facility in Hull we are advertising for Coating Operatives . Our Coatings Operatives carry out the final preparation and paint the blades. They use their skills to grind and sand, wearing protective equipment. Identifying areas of the blade that require work is a skill that will be trained. They then ensure the blade is coated to the correct specifications.

This is one of the more physically demanding roles suited to those who are resilient and possess endurance. Good eyesight is required to spot any potential faults.

About Siemens Gamesa

Siemens Wind Power and Gamesa have recently merged to create a leader in the renewable energy industry, to provide cleaner, more reliable and more affordable energy to society, and to create lasting value for all stakeholders. With a worldwide installed capacity of 75 GW, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has a presence in more than 90 countries and a team of 27,000 employees worldwide. Its end-to-end value chain presence encompasses onshore and offshores wind turbines design, manufacturing, installation as well as cutting-edge service solutions. The global headquarters and legal domicile of the company is located in Zamudio, Spain. The company is listed on the Spanish stock exchange.

Activities they carry out are:

· Organise and use materials, tools and equipment
· Plan and lay out work
· Carry out blade painting using specialist machinery
· Carry out sanding and grinding of blade exactly as specified during training and on the job coaching
· Follow strict engineering specifications and quality standards
· Check and monitor constantly ensuring very high levels of attention to detail

What behaviours are important?

· Resilience and endurance
· Focus on health and safety is essential
· Exceptional levels of attention to detail
· Ability to follow processes exactly
· Must be passionate about high quality
· Must be able to work well as part of a team as well as on own
· A desire to continuously improve

What do I need to qualify for this role?

Experience of any of the following would be helpful for your application:

· Vehicle or large structure body shop/painting
· Sanding, grinding experience
· Experience of working with epoxy resins
· Ship building / surf board or other marine manufacturing
· Health and safety certification
· Caravan / modular home or office industry
· Small crane or lifting license / experience
· Experience of working a shift pattern that includes nights

What else do I need to know?

· You will receive up to 3 months training
· You will work a shift pattern that may include nights and weekends, plus some hand over time at the beginning and at the end of each shift. You would normally work an average of 40 hours per week.

As a leading global engineering and technology services company, Siemens provides innovative solutions to help tackle the world’s major challenges in the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. Siemens realises that it’s only through our people that we can continue to outpace our competitors, break new ground and set new standards for progress in societies worldwide. That’s why we work hard to make sure we offer excellent rewards and opportunities to our employees.

Our Wind Power business has invested £160 million in a new rotor blade manufacturing facility, project construction, assembly and service facility at Green Port Hull in Yorkshire.

How do I apply?
We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please ensure you complete all areas, of the application form, to the best of your ability as we will use this data to review your suitability for the role.

About Siemens Gamesa

Siemens Wind Power and Gamesa have recently merged to create a leader in the renewable energy industry, to provide cleaner, more reliable and more affordable energy to society, and to create lasting value for all stakeholders. With a worldwide installed capacity of 75 GW, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has a presence in more than 90 countries and a team of 27,000 employees worldwide. Its end-to-end value chain presence encompasses onshore and offshores wind turbines design, manufacturing, installation as well as cutting-edge service solutions. The global headquarters and legal domicile of the company is located in Zamudio, Spain. The company is listed on the Spanish stock exchange.