New British Steel jobs created on Teesside as Government step in
- British Steel is holding a recruitment event on Saturday, May 17, aiming to fill over 180 positions across its sites in Scunthorpe, Teesside, and Skinningrove.
- The recruitment follows government intervention to rescue the company and address previous unheeded needs to recruit and reduce overtime under prior ownership.
- British Steel has obtained the necessary raw materials to support continued operation of two blast furnaces at its Scunthorpe facility and plans to boost iron and steel production across all locations in the near future.
- Interim CEO Allan Bell emphasized that with support from the UK Government, the company is committed to establishing British Steel among the top steel producers globally.
- This recruitment drive signifies a commitment to build stronger futures for British Steel, its employees, and the UK economy, reflecting wider community support and calls for a protective industrial strategy.
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British Steel begins recruitment drive for first time since Government rescue
The firm is seeking 180 new employees.
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