Gemma (CENG, CMGR, MRINA) Head of Product Management

“I love a challenge, and luckily, at Sunseeker, I have had the support of my peers and management to work through them. For me, the stereotypes around gender in our industry are being broken down, and it is more to do with someone’s attributes and attitudes to the role that defines them.  The opportunities with an engineering role are vast; today, I am involved with all aspects of new product development, from design engineering to project management and boat shows.  It exposes me to engineers, production, suppliers and clients/dealers and is something I truly enjoy.  I would encourage problem solvers with a strong and proactive approach to consider a role in engineering and seek out the opportunities it provides.”

Jasmine, 3D Visualiser and Interior Designer

“Following graduating from Coventry University with a degree in Automotive and Transport Design, a unique opportunity opened for me to gain experience in interior design with Sunseeker International. Utilising my skills in design, material research, sustainability, and, specifically, 3D rendering has allowed me to take control of the role I now hold as a 3D Visualiser & Interior Designer.

The most enjoyable parts of my role are witnessing the projects I’ve developed through meticulous design come to life, combining my love for interior design with the technical attributes of 3D visualisation, and allowing our clients to see their dreams come alive on screen. I take great pride in bridging design intent with market needs and making a production product feel bespoke to each of our clients. I advise anyone seeking a unique career path to identify market gaps and leverage your unique skills and passions to create new opportunities and stand out in your field.”

Sydney, Marine Electrical Apprentice

“I'm a Marine Electrical Apprentice and have been with Sunseeker for over three years. In September, I am attending a Women in Boat Building panel in the United States, in Port Townsend, where women from all over the world will be joining from the trade, and I am so excited to take part. Being a woman in engineering, I try not to make it the focal point. I've wanted to be an engineer since I was tiny; my dad was a royal engineer. When I was young and visiting Disney Land, instead of looking at the attractions, I was fascinated by trying to figure out how they worked and watching all the gears up on the roof. Over the last three years, I've learned a lot of technical skills, including electrical wiring, electrical testing, and electrical design.

The power to build something from scratch is such an uplifting feeling to fire something up and see it working, or you see a finished boat go by and can say I wired that up. I enjoy the comradery you get from being part of a team and building something brilliant. It's gratifying when you get something working and everything falls into place. If you want to get into the trade, don't hold back; go for it and push for it.”

Sarah, Skills Academy Graduate – Systems and Plumbing

I am very early into an Engineering career in Systems and plumbing. At 36, I wish I had started this pathway earlier in my working life. However, it shows that it's always possible to learn something and that previous work experiences can be helpful in many ways. I’ve always enjoyed problem-solving and science-based subjects, but I never considered a career in engineering when I was young, as I had never known of female engineers.

Working in an environment where women are the minority certainly makes me want to challenge myself on a personal level. It feels good to have that drive, enjoy what I do and be seen as a productive team member. I value the range of experience and fountain of knowledge shared within the team and appreciate the opportunity to provide a different perspective. It's a great team environment with brilliant mentors and team leaders who want to get the best out of you.

When I think of who inspires me, I’m lucky to have had many positive influences around me. I’m proud of my Grandad‘s achievements; Inventing ‘the helping handle’ for the disability charity Remap is just one of many. I’m thankful for my dad for pushing me to achieve my goals (even when they’ve felt impossible!), which has set me up to overcome challenges.

My mum, however, is my biggest inspiration. She has always excelled in work, particularly sports, showing me there are no boundaries to what women can do. I recommend any women out there considering a career in Engineering to get stuck in!”