Steelmaking at Port Kembla History Corporate Overview Nature of the Port Kembla Steelworks Steel Production (Processes & Products) Extras Environment Marketing Research Working at the Steelworks Steel Language Important (www) Links HSC Online International Iron & Steel Institute

The Steelworks directly employs about 6000 people at Port Kembla, but many more elsewhere in Australia and overseas. Through the mix of cultures within employees, international understanding is improving and skills are broadening. Employees are encouraged to gain experience from a range of sites within the steel industry, and they may work in different countries. The Port Kembla Steelworks workforce is committed to the business and its customers. Employees are involved in setting targets for improved quality of products and productivity and thereby play a major role in the development of the business. The company aims to achieve those targets and many employees share in the benefits of its success through incentive schemes, e.g. employees are offered company shares at a discounted rate in various Employee Share Plans (ESP). The Steelworks is an equal opportunity employer and all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. Training programs are Increasingly important and the company provides an environment of continuous learning for all employees. The skills of individuals are recognised and programs for career development and personal improvement are carefully planned and implemented. Safety is important Working safely is a condition of employment within the Steelworks and employees are involved in continuous improvement of safety performance at their workplace. Training people to work safely is also an ongoing procedure. Careers People are employed in a wide range of careers. Tertiary graduates and cadets are typically employed in these areas: Computer science; Engineering - mechanical, electrical, chemical and metallurgical/materials; Human Resources- including Employee Relations, Occupational Health and Safety, Public Relations and Journalism; Sales and Marketing, Accounting.

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