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Senior Director, SPARC Plant Operations at Commonwealth Fusion Systems | LAYIQ

Develop and manage shift schedules, on-call rotations and vacation planning to ensure 24/7 operational coverage and readiness
Collaborate with the SPARC Plant Engineering and SPARC Plasma Operations team to ensure the plant is functionally ready to execute operational experiments
Oversee all daily pre-operational checks and plant startup/shutdown procedures
Manage all operational consumables and spares (e.g. gases, cryogens, chemicals, diesel fuel, equipment spare parts)
Operations Programs
Develop and maintain plant operations manuals, procedures, and emergency response protocols
Develop and implement comprehensive training programs, including initial qualification, continuing training, and specialized skill development
Develop and implement plant operations work controls, energy control procedures, and simultaneous operations coordination processes
Develop and implement robust alarm and notification systems and standards for efficient operator response to maintain facility integrity and personnel safety
Maintenance and Asset Management
Develop and execute a comprehensive plant maintenance strategy, incorporating preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
Plan and manage the schedule for all maintenance windows, minimizing downtime and maximizing plant availability
Oversee the execution of all maintenance activities, ensuring work is performed safely, to a high standard, and documented correctly
Work with the Engineering team to plan and carry out necessary maintenance and upgrades in between scheduled usage
Continuous Improvement and Performance
Track key reliability metrics to understand overall performance
Champion a culture of continuous improvement by actively identifying opportunities to enhance safety, reduce operational costs, and increase plant efficiency and reliability
Lead cross-functional teams to execute continuous improvement projects using Root Cause Analysis and other similar methodologies
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for plant operations and use data-driven insights to guide improvement initiatives
Team
Recruit, hire, and onboard a high-performing team of plant operators, technicians, and support staff
Foster a strong, positive, and safety-first culture within the operations team
Authorities
Approve and enforce all operating procedures, training manuals, and protocols
Execute maintenance work orders and direct the execution of scheduled maintenance and upgrade projects planned in coordination with the SPARC Engineering Director
Make decisions regarding hiring and mentoring of the Operations Team
Manage and direct the utilization of external maintenance contracts to provide surge support and specialized maintenance
Shutdown operation of the machine if immediate personnel safety or facility integrity is compromised
Accountabilities
Accountable for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the SPARC facility strictly within design basis operating parameters
Accountable for maintaining 24/7 operational readiness and full staffing coverage of all critical shifts
Accountable for the quality, accuracy, and standardization of all operations and maintenance procedures
Accountable for effective collaboration with the SPARC Engineering team to execute scheduled maintenance and maximize facility availability for experiments
What we’re looking for:: Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or equivalent experience
15+ years experience managing operations of large process facilities, such as power plants, scientific facilities, or process manufacturing facilities
Experience with operating large process systems, such as a power plant, chemicals, oil/gas, cryogenics, or others
Experienced managing salaried and hourly staff
Strong people management skills of both small and large teams
Leadership, team-building, and mentoring skills for both engineers and technicians
Demonstrated ability to build trust with front line employees and identify issues first hand
Executes long-term departmental strategy using sound judgment to align tactical initiatives with overall organizational goals
Ensures cross-functional alignment through proven, effective communication with diverse stakeholders and executive leadership
Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Strong attention to safety and the creation of a safety culture
Bonus points for:: Operational experience with first-of-a-kind facilities or other new technology
Experience with commissioning of plant process systems
Experience working in radiation controlled environments
Must-have requirements:: Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing standing or sitting for extended periods of time
Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

Senior Director, SPARC Plant Operations

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