Kellie Parker (Mullen, 1989)

Kellie holds a Bachelor of Science and a Health and Safety Diploma from Curtin University.

Kellie joined Rio Tinto 2001 and has held a number of safety, operational and leadership roles across Iron Ore. Kellie has been part of Rio Tinto Iron Ore Executive team since 2014 and is a board member for the Rio Tinto Community Investment Fund. Kellie was appointed Managing Director, Planning Integration and Assets in January 2016 and more recently appointed Chief Executive, Australia in 2021. In her new role, Kellie represents Rio Tinto’s Australian interests with all stakeholders and brings her operational experience and community values to listen, respond and set the direction for the business.