Social values

Steel Dynamics UK Engineering Division

Our commitment to employees growth, development and wellbeing not only benefits the individuals but also contributes to the growth and success of the company as a whole.

We recognise the importance of people as part of our social values and corporate responsibility. We participate in community projects and support the development of young people through our Apprenticeship schemes and training opportunities. We are also committed to our local community with most of our employees coming from the local area.

Apprenticeships

We’re committed to promoting and encouraging apprentices across a number of business functions, offering training in the most up to date technology, supported with a hands-on mentoring approach which encourages innovation and unlocks talent potential for the future.

In previous years, we have trained and later employed apprentices in roles such as CAD Engineering, CNC Machining and Sales Support, with degree level and college level apprentices currently working across our business functions with opportunities in an ever wider range of roles. One of the key strategies that has proven successful for our apprentices is to avoid micro-managing them, and instead give them the freedom to explore and figure things out for themselves.

Mental Wellbeing

At Steel Dynamics we understand the positive impact that healthy and engaged employees make to the success of the business. Our employees are our most important asset and looking after them is critical for our business to thrive.

​We have a team of employees who have successfully completed the Mental Health First Aid Certification course which equips them with the knowledge to identify those who require mental health support and the confidence to help employees where required. We also have a Health Assured wellbeing portal for our employees, and offer an Employee Assistance Program which provides a counselling support service for any personal, work or family issues.

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Charity Work

At Steel Dynamics, we believe in the importance of giving back to the communities where we live and work. Through partnerships with local charities and organisations, we provide essential resources and support to those in need, and we're passionate about investing in the future of our community by supporting education and skills development initiatives.

Over the last two festive seasons, Steel Dynamics have supported our local Blackburn food bank by generously donated food supplies, cleaning materials and everyday essentials. This includes staff donations and charity funds raised throughout the year being donated to people in our local area, engaging with local communities to improve people’s lives.

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