Blackrow Group, Estate Road 7, South Humberside Industrial Estate, Great Grimsby (2026)

11/06/2026

Engineering Safety Improvements for Wind Turbine Hub Hatches

Blackrow Group was approached by one of our clients to support with a safety issue identified on wind turbine sites around the world.

The issue related to hub hatch doors positioned between the nacelle and blade hub. Due to their exposed location, these hatches are subject to harsh environmental conditions, vibration, operational wear, and weather exposure.

Our team investigated the root causes and developed a redesigned solution focused on improving safety, durability, and reliability in real operating conditions.

The project included improvements to:

• Outer seal performance using high-grade silicone rubber
• Locking handle security using 316 stainless steel components
• Locking tab engagement within the hub groove
• Visual lock indicators to confirm correct engagement
• Testing procedures to support safe use on site
• Grab handle design following real-world trial feedback

Several redesigned hub hatches have since been manufactured and placed on turbine trials across both the East Coast and West Coast of England, allowing further development based on live operating conditions.

The hub hatch work has covered a range of turbine models, including:

• SWT-2.3-82 VS
• SWT-2.3-93
• SWT-2.3-101
• SWT-3.6-107
• SWT-3.6-120

This project is a strong example of Blackrow’s practical engineering approach.

Investigate the issue.
Understand the environment.
Improve the design.
Test it in real conditions.
Keep refining the solution.

📩 [email protected]

09/06/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring – Sheet Metal Workers 🚨
📍 Workshop and Site Work | Immediate Start Available

Blackrow Group is looking for experienced Sheet Metal Workers to join our team.

We have immediate starts available, supporting both workshop fabrication and site-based works across a range of industrial projects.

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• Experienced sheet metal workers
• Ability to work from technical drawings
• Experience with stainless steel and general fabrication
• Willingness to work both in the workshop and on site
• A strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork

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✔ Immediate start available
✔ Competitive rates
✔ Varied workshop and site work
✔ Opportunities to work on projects across the UK
✔ Supportive and experienced team environment

If you’re reliable, skilled, and ready for your next opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV to [email protected]

01/06/2026

Supporting Industry. Investing in Community.

At Blackrow Group, we believe being a successful engineering business means more than delivering projects.

It means supporting the communities we operate in, investing in people, and creating opportunities that last beyond the workplace.

From our roots in Grimsby to our growing presence across the UK, we remain committed to supporting local initiatives, education partnerships, apprenticeships, and grassroots organisations that make a real difference.

We are proud to support clubs and community organisations including:

⚽ Grimsby Town Football Club
⚽ Grimsby Borough FC
🏏 Cleethorpes Cricket Club

Alongside schools, colleges, and training providers helping develop the next generation of engineers and skilled tradespeople.

Through continued investment in our people, facilities, and local infrastructure, including the growth of our Midlands operation, we remain focused on creating long-term opportunities and supporting the communities around us.

Because for us, engineering is not just about what we build.
It’s about the impact we leave behind.

20/05/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring – Controls & Software Engineer 🚨
📍 Grimsby or Leicester

Blackrow Group is looking for a Controls & Software Engineer to join our growing Electrical and Automation team.

This is a great opportunity to work on varied industrial projects across sectors including food & beverage, manufacturing, energy, and renewables, delivering practical control and automation solutions that keep production moving.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing software and control solutions for industrial systems
• Carrying out site surveys and identifying project requirements
• Working closely with our Electrical Department, project teams, and clients
• Supporting projects from concept through to commissioning and handover
• Preparing documentation and ensuring systems are delivered to a high standard

What we’re looking for

• Strong understanding of electrical and control principles
• Experience with automation software and CAD systems
• SCADA experience would be advantageous
• Good planning, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Relevant qualifications and industry experience
• Willingness to travel across the UK when required

Why join Blackrow?

✔ Varied and technically interesting projects
✔ Opportunity to work across multiple sectors
✔ Long-term career development
✔ Supportive and experienced engineering teams
✔ A growing business with strong UK capability

If you’re looking for your next challenge in controls and automation, we’d like to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV to [email protected]

20/05/2026

Here are a few pictures from a recent site demobilisation in Germany, where our Mechanical & Electrical teams, alongside our Thermal Insulation specialists, are now finishing up works on a major project.

The project began with fabrication works carried out in our workshops, followed by installation and on-site support delivered by our teams in Germany.

From fabrication and installation through to final demobilisation, projects like this highlight the importance of coordination, safety, and experienced teams working together to deliver efficiently on site.

A great effort from everyone involved throughout the project.

Supporting projects across the UK and Europe with integrated engineering services.

19/05/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring – Health & Safety Advisor 🚨
📍 Midlands Region | Full-Time

Blackrow Group is looking to appoint a Health & Safety Advisor to join our growing Health & Safety team based in the Midlands.

This is an important role within the business, supporting our supervisors, employees, and contractors to ensure work is delivered safely across both operational sites and client projects.

Working closely with our Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and supporting our commitment to:

Safety By Choice, Not By Chance.

What the role involves

• Providing operational H&S support and guidance across projects and workshops
• Supporting supervisors and site teams to maintain high safety standards
• Assisting with investigations and continuous improvement activities
• Promoting compliance across engineering and food industry environments
• Helping drive our Zero Harm culture throughout the business

What we’re looking for

• Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation
• Experience and understanding of CDM Regulations 2015
• Previous experience within an H&S role
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• NEBOSH qualification essential (Diploma desirable or willingness to work towards)
• Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or food industry environments advantageous

Why join Blackrow?

• Opportunity to join a growing UK engineering business
• Varied work across workshops, sites, and industrial projects
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Long-term development and progression opportunities

If you are passionate about driving standards, supporting people, and making a real impact, we’d like to hear from you.

📩 [email protected]
🌐 www.blackrow.co.uk

15/05/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring – Mechanical Fitters 🚨

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects across the UK, Blackrow Group is looking to expand our team with experienced Mechanical Fitters.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established engineering business delivering installation, fabrication, and maintenance projects across multiple industrial sectors.

What we’re looking for

• Time-served mechanical fitters with relevant industry experience
• Ability to work both in our workshops and on-site
• Willingness to work away when required
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
• Positive attitude and pride in delivering work to a high standard

What we offer

✔ Competitive salary and benefits
✔ Varied and interesting project work across the UK
✔ Opportunities for overtime and working away
✔ Supportive and experienced team environment
✔ Long-term career progression within a growing business

If you’re looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a team delivering real engineering solutions, we’d like to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV to [email protected]
🌐 www.blackrow.co.uk

15/05/2026

Last night, we had the privilege of attending the Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards 2026, now in its 25th year and recognised as the largest business event in the region.

We are incredibly proud to share that Blackrow Group was awarded the North East Lincolnshire Business Development Award.

To be shortlisted alongside respected local businesses such as Pattesons Glass Ltd and Laser Red was already an achievement in itself, so to come away as winners means a huge amount to everyone across the business.

This award recognises companies that have contributed positively to the local economy through investment, sustainability, community engagement, and supporting local employment and supply chains.

For us, this reflects exactly what Blackrow Group has always believed in.

Over the years, we have continued to invest in local people, apprenticeships, facilities, suppliers, and engineering capability, while growing our operations both within North East Lincolnshire and beyond. From our headquarters in Grimsby to our expanding Midlands operation, our roots remain firmly connected to the area and the people who support us.

Most importantly, this recognition belongs to our team.

To every employee across our workshops, sites, offices, and departments, thank you. This award reflects the hard work, commitment, and standards you bring every single day.

A huge thank you also to the organisers, sponsors, and North East Lincolnshire Council for supporting such an important event that celebrates local businesses and the people behind them.

We are proud of where we come from, proud of what we are building, and excited for what comes next.

14/05/2026

We’re Hiring: Sales, Marketing & Business Development Coordinator

Blackrow Group is looking for a proactive and organised Sales, Marketing & Business Development Coordinator to join our team at our Grimsby office.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, communication, and relationship building. The role will support our business development and marketing activity, helping us manage enquiries, track opportunities, coordinate client engagement, and support the continued growth of the business.

The role will involve:

• Supporting the Head of Business Development with daily coordination tasks
• Tracking leads, enquiries, prospects, and follow-up activity
• Maintaining CRM records and producing reports
• Supporting social media planning and content coordination
• Helping organise networking events, client visits, and open days
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal teams

We’re looking for someone who is confident, personable, commercially aware, and highly organised. A good understanding of engineering would be beneficial, along with strong IT skills and a customer-focused approach.

This is a great opportunity to play an important role in supporting Blackrow Group’s sales, marketing, and business development activity as we continue to grow.

To apply, please send your CV to 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀@𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗿𝗼𝘄.𝗰𝗼.𝘂𝗸

11/05/2026

We would like to politely address some rumours and speculation currently circulating regarding ticket allocations for one of the biggest games of the season.

Claims that Blackrow Group has been given a vast amount of tickets are completely incorrect and false.

We fully understand the frustration and disappointment many supporters are feeling around ticket availability, especially for such an important fixture. As supporters ourselves, we appreciate how much these occasions mean to people.

However, we kindly ask that inaccurate information and speculation involving the business are not spread further.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Blackrow Group

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