Blasting Operator

A Snapshot of your day

The Blasting Operator is responsible for performing surface preparation and cleaning of turbine components using grit blasting and dry ice cleaning techniques. This role ensures components are free from contaminants, coatings, and residues, supporting repair and coating processes. The operator must adhere to strict safety, environmental, and quality standards while maintaining equipment and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform grit blasting on turbine components to remove coatings, corrosion, and contaminants according to established procedures.
• Operate dry ice blasting equipment for precision cleaning of sensitive components without damaging surfaces.
• Ensure proper surface preparation for subsequent coating or repair processes.
• Maintain blasting and cleaning equipment in safe working condition.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations for waste disposal and media handling.
• Work closely with engineers, coating technicians, and quality inspectors to support repair workflows.
• Stay updated on advancements in blasting technologies and best practices.

What You Bring

• Education: Vocational diploma or technical certificate in mechanical, industrial, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in grit blasting, dry ice cleaning, or industrial surface preparation, preferably in a repair or manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills:
• • Knowledge of grit blasting and dry ice cleaning processes and equipment.
  • Understanding of surface preparation standards (e.g., ISO, SSPC).
• Safety Awareness: Strong understanding of safety and environmental regulations for blasting operations.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to achieve precise surface finishes and maintain quality standards.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer Skills: Basic proficiency in MS Office for documentation.

About the Team

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

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 over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates 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/Benefits

• Opportunities to work with a global team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Medical benefits
• Remote/Flexible work
• Access to a variety of employee resource groups

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