Mark Vassella

Bachelor of Commerce, MBA

Appointment

Independent Non-executive Director since June 2026

Skills and experience 

Mark Vassella has over 40 years’ experience in the global steel industry and materials value chain. 

Mark was the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of BlueScope Steel Limited from January 2018 to January 2026 which included global operations across Australia, New Zealand, North America and Asia. Mark started in the steel industry as a cadet at BHP Newcastle in NSW in the early 1980s. He has held various general manager, leadership and global executive roles in Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. He was also a member of the World Steel Association Board. 

Mark is recognised for expertise running large scale industrial operations within the resources and materials value chain, and his leadership in building constructive relationships with governments, Indigenous partners, community stakeholders and business partners. He brings a strong focus on safety, decarbonisation and capital allocation discipline. 

Current appointments

Nil.

Committee membership

People and Remuneration Committee, Sustainability Committee