Matthew Holcz

Chief Executive, Iron Ore


Matthew Holcz, Chief Executive, Iron Ore
Matthew Holcz
Matthew was appointed Chief Executive, Iron Ore in August 2025. 
 
He joined Rio Tinto in 2007 and brings more than 20 years’ mining industry experience across operations, major projects, business development and commercial roles. Matthew has worked across iron ore, copper and nickel operations in Australia, South America and the United Kingdom. He was most recently Managing Director, Pilbara Mines, leading Rio Tinto’s 18 iron ore operations in Western Australia.     
 
Matthew is known for delivering strong performance through systems thinking, talent development and an empowered, collaborative culture.