BlueScope AGM Held Under Shadow of Port Kembla Steelworks Fatality as Leaders Address Tragedy and Energy Pressures

Incident Overview

On an unspecified date in November 2025, a contractor in his 20s was fatally struck by a falling steel beam while working on the Number Six blast furnace at BlueScope Steel’s Port Kembla steelworks in New South Wales. BlueScope has confirmed that a crane lifting the beam failed, causing the incident.

The tragedy was acknowledged at BlueScope’s annual general meeting in Wollongong, where shareholders and executives held a minute’s silence. WorkSafe NSW has been notified and is investigating the circumstances.

• Fatalities:
  • Deceased Worker:
• Injuries:
  • None reported.

• Deceased Worker:

The tragedy was acknowledged at BlueScope’s annual general meeting in Wollongong, where shareholders and executives held a minute’s silence. WorkSafe NSW has been notified and is investigating the circumstances.

WorkSafe NSW is leading the investigation into the crane failure and the circumstances surrounding the fatality. BlueScope has confirmed its full cooperation with the investigation and has committed to supporting affected workers and the broader Illawarra community.

WorkSafe NSW is investigating the crane failure and circumstances of the fatality. Any workers, contractors, or witnesses present at the Port Kembla steelworks during the incident are urged to contact WorkSafe NSW on 13 10 50 or submit a report via the SafeWork NSW website. Information can also be provided to NSW Police.