Nearly 1,000 Siemens Energy workers based in Lincoln have voted to accept an improved pay deal, ending the threat of scheduled strike dates as a result.
The deal will see the employees’ wages increase either by 3.5%, backdated to January, or a £1,900 pay rise depending on which is greater. It also includes a £400 one-off payment.
For the first time, the workers, who are members of union Unite, will also be included in the Siemens Energy global bonus scheme in the next financial year. This will see them receive an additional 2% one-off payment if targets are met. If targets are exceeded, this will increase to 4%.
After receiving an original offer from their employer of a flat 3.5% increase, the workers voted for strike action in a ballot that closed on 11 August, with strike action scheduled soon after.
Following successful negotiations with the organisation, the improved offer was put forward and accepted. This ended the dispute without the need for industrial action.
A Siemens Energy spokesperson said: “Our Lincoln facilities play an important role for Siemens Energy in the UK and globally. We believe that negotiation is the best way to resolve any disagreement and are pleased our offer was accepted.”
Sharon Graham, general secretary at Unite, added: “This excellent result was secured because the workers at Siemens Energy stood strong in their union, well done to them. Unite’s overriding priority is delivering better jobs, pay and conditions for our members.”
Paresh Patel, regional secretary at Unite, said: “This pay victory is a prime example of why those wanting better wages and working lives should join Unite and get their colleagues to do the same.”
Shaun Lee, regional coordinating officer at Unite, added: “I want to thank all the Unite members at Siemens Energy for standing together throughout these difficult negotiations which have ended with a positive result for the workers.”
