Matt Howell

Chief Executive Officer - Australia

Matt Howell assumed the role of CEO of Nyrstar Australia in January 2025, overseeing operations at the multi-metals processing facility in Port Pirie and the zinc smelter in Hobart.

With a strong track record in metallurgy and chemicals, he has previously held key positions at Nyrstar's international sites, including General Manager at Port Pirie and senior roles in Hobart, Balen/Pelt (Belgium), and Clarksville (US), as well as serving as Group General Manager – Smelting.

Prior to his current tenure at Nyrstar, Matt was the CEO of Tomago Aluminium Company from 2013 to 2022, and currently serves as a non-executive director for both the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and Mineral Carbonation International.

Matt holds degrees in Chemical Industry and Electrochemistry from the University of Tasmania.