Gerald Cornelius

Interim Chief Executive Australian Steel Products


Gerald Cornelius, Interim Chief Executive Australian Steel Products

Gerald stepped in as Interim Chief Executive Australian Steel Products in November 2025. Whilst in this caretaker role, he is responsible for the day to day management of all major operations in Australia including the Company's key operations at Port Kembla (NSW) and Western Port (VIC) as well as the downstream businesses. In his permanent role, Gerald is the General Manager, Australian Steel Markets where he is responsible for Sales, Marketing, Customer Experience and Innovation for the Australian business.

Gerald has over 20 years’ experience in the steel industry with a career spanning Australia and our global operations. He joined BlueScope as part of the acquisition of Smorgon Steel Distribution in 2007 and has held the positions of Acting Chief Executive, NS BlueScope; President, BlueScope China and General Manager, BlueScope Distribution. He is a Director on the Board of the Australian Steel Institute and NS BlueScope, our joint venture with Nippon Steel.