British Steel recruits over 180 workers across UK

British Steel, now overseen by the UK government, is launching its first recruitment drive since being rescued, aiming to hire over 180 new employees to support a planned increase in iron and steel production. The company has secured sufficient raw materials to maintain a two-blast furnace operation at its Scunthorpe site and plans to significantly boost output across its locations in Scunthorpe, Teesside, and Skinningrove. Job opportunities span a wide range of roles, including professional, skilled, and non-skilled positions in engineering, environmental services, chemistry, legal, health and safety, and logistics. Interim CEO Allan Bell emphasized the company's goal to become a leading steel manufacturer while meeting customer demand, with the recruitment seen as vital to building a stronger future for both the business and the UK economy. Interim Chief Commercial Officer Lisa Coulson highlighted the importance of employees as the company's greatest asset and encouraged potential candidates to apply, while trade union leaders praised the move as beneficial for workers and local communities. British Steel is also hosting a recruitment open day to attract applicants and support its sustainability and growth objectives.