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Ivan Vella

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Council Member at Christ Church Grammar School, Claremont
📍 Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Ivan Vella is a mining industry executive with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as the Managing Director and CEO of IGO Ltd. His career includes over two decades at Rio Tinto in senior roles across various commodities and geographies, including as CEO of Aluminium. He holds an MBA from The University of Edinburgh.

Outside of his corporate roles, Ivan is involved in community and philanthropic efforts. He participates in fundraising events like Up All Night for Ronald McDonald House Charities and serves as a Council Member for Christ Church Grammar School, reflecting a commitment to youth and community welfare.

After a 20-year career at industry giant Rio Tinto, he moved to IGO, a company focused on clean energy metals.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Council Member
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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Priorities

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Clean Energy Transition
He is deeply passionate about the energy transition and is leading IGO's strategy focused on minerals critical for a clean energy future.
Operational Leadership
His public statements highlight a focus on disciplined operations, safety, and team capability as direct drivers of performance and success.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Council Member
Christ Church Grammar School, Claremont
3-2025
Advisory Board Member
Chamber of Minerals and Energy of WA
4-2024
Board Member
Minerals Council of Australia
12-2023
Managing Director & CEO
IGO Ltd
11-2022 - 10-2023
Board Member
Fondation du Centre universitaire de santé McGill / McGill University Health Centre Foundation
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Education
1997 - 1998
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The University of Edinburgh
2007 - 2007
Leadership Programme
AGSM @ UNSW Business School
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