Operations Manager power generation

Hays
Gold CoastFull time

Listed 11 Sep 2026

Closes 11 Sep 2027

Plant/operations manager who enjoys leading tight-knit teams with hands-on operations and engineering.

Your new company
Lead the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of a major cogeneration power station. This senior leadership role is responsible for plant performance, maintenance, engineering, safety, compliance and continuous improvement while developing a high-performing team culture.This role would ideally suit a hands-on plant/operations manager who enjoys leading tight-knot teams whilst being across operations and engineering.Your new role

  • Lead site operations, maintenance and engineering teams to achieve business plan targets.
  • Maximise plant reliability, availability and asset life whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage budgets, costs, performance reporting and business planning activities.
  • Oversee maintenance planning, outage execution and plant improvement programmes.
  • Drive operational efficiency, reliability improvements and defect elimination initiatives.
  • Lead contractor management, emergency preparedness and risk management processes.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
  • Power generation experience including a senior leadership role in operations, engineering and/or asset management.
  • Strong commercial, financial and risk management acumen in relation to power generation asset performance.
  • Proven leadership, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement skills.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on +61 3 8602 9809.
E: michael.abel@hays.com.au

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