Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Blue Energy
Job overview
The Director of Plant Operations at Blue Energy leads the startup and commercial operations of a new energy facility with Small Modular Reactors and a Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading operational readiness, staffing, training, licensing, commissioning, daily operations management, regulatory compliance, emergency response, and continuous improvement initiatives for both nuclear and thermal generation systems.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 10+ years in power plant operations including nuclear and CCGT, 5+ years managing licensed operators, NRC Senior Reactor Operator license or ability to obtain within 12 months, and strong regulatory knowledge; master's or MBA preferred.
Work environment and culture
Blue Energy fosters a strong nuclear safety culture and operational excellence mindset, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and a high-performance environment.
Company information
Blue Energy focuses on deploying new nuclear power plants using innovative shipyard manufacturing to reduce costs and timelines, aiming for energy abundance and decarbonization.
Job location and travel
Onsite role during construction, commissioning, and operations with required site access and fitness-for-duty compliance.
Unique job features
Unique opportunity to lead operations of an innovative dual-technology energy facility combining SMRs and CCGT with a fast regulatory pathway and centralized manufacturing approach.
Company overview
Blue Energy is a company focused on the exploration and production of natural gas, primarily coal seam gas, in Australia. They generate revenue by identifying, developing, and commercializing gas resources, which are then sold to domestic and international markets. The company has a significant presence in the Bowen Basin in Queensland, a region known for its rich coal seam gas deposits. Blue Energy's history includes strategic partnerships and collaborations to enhance its exploration capabilities and expand its resource base. Their commitment to sustainable energy practices and innovation in gas extraction technologies positions them as a key player in the energy sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight extensive experience in power plant operations, specifically nuclear and Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) generation, emphasizing leadership roles in commissioning, startup, and operational phases.
Focus on demonstrating knowledge of NRC, NERC, EPA, and other regulatory requirements, as well as experience managing licensed operators and fostering a strong nuclear safety culture.
Apply through multiple channels including Blue Energy's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees in Blue Energy’s operations or nuclear divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on their involvement in SMR projects or asking about the integration of SMR and CCGT operations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'SMR', 'CCGT', 'NRC compliance', 'licensed operator training', 'plant commissioning', and 'operational excellence' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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