Richard Holcroft

Richard Holcroft is a highly experienced professional in the steel industry, currently serving as the Head of Process Optimization & Automation at H2 Green Steel since June 2023. Prior to this role, Richard held multiple senior positions at British Steel, culminating in the role of Chief Operating Officer, where accountability encompassed international steel product supply and quality assurance across multiple sites. Richard's career includes significant roles at ArcelorMittal South Africa and Arcelor Mittal, focusing on project management, business transformation, and operational excellence, with a proven track record in strategic management, team leadership, and process optimization. Richard holds an MBA from the University of Edinburgh Business School and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of South Africa.