At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations of a cutting-edge green hydrogen facility and drive safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join an innovative organisation transforming energy infrastructure with green hydrogen.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, family accommodation, and a chance to shape the future of energy.
- Other info: Diverse workplace valuing different perspectives and experiences.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to decarbonise industries and lead a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Engineering and 10-15 years in industrial operations required.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
Regenerate Talent is proudly partnering with an international organisation redefining the future of energy infrastructure and transport fuels through the adoption of green hydrogen. Taking action today to decarbonise some of the world’s hardest‑to‑abate sectors — including heavy transport and industrial processes — by developing and operating world‑class green hydrogen projects across Australia and New Zealand.
About the Role
Reporting into senior leadership, the Facilities Manager will take ownership of all aspects of plant operations, maintenance, commissioning, safety, and continuous improvement. This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the facility consistently achieves production, reliability, safety, and commercial performance targets while supporting the transition to a zero‑emissions future.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day facility operations to ensure safe and efficient hydrogen and ammonia production
- Monitor and optimise plant performance through SCADA/DCS systems and operational data
- Drive plant reliability, throughput, and operational efficiency
- Execute maintenance and reliability programs aligned with operational priorities
- Support the development of asset integrity and maintenance frameworks
- Manage contractors and specialist service providers
- Lead all commissioning phases, including pre‑commissioning, energisation, cold/hot commissioning, and performance testing
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across process, mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines
- Provide strong on‑site leadership during critical start‑up activities
- Champion a high‑performing safety culture
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and statutory obligations
- Oversee permit‑to‑work systems, isolations, and safe work practices
- Lead incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
- Build and develop a capable operations and maintenance team
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and competency development
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance culture
- Manage operational budgets and cost performance
- Monitor key operational KPIs, including production, reliability, and efficiency
- Identify and implement optimisation and improvement opportunities
About You
You are a strong operational leader with deep experience in industrial or process facilities and a passion for delivering safe, high‑performing operations in emerging energy industries.
You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline)
- Relevant NSW safety and regulatory certifications
- 10–15+ years’ experience in industrial operations and maintenance environments
- Proven leadership experience within high‑risk or process industries
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors
- Background in hydrogen, ammonia, gas, renewables, chemicals, or similar sectors
- Experience supporting facility commissioning or start‑up activities is highly regarded
You’ll join a purpose‑led organisation at the forefront of the energy transition. Proud to be a socially diverse employer where different perspectives, ideas, and experiences are valued. This is a rare opportunity to help shape and operate one of the region’s leading green hydrogen and ammonia facilities from the ground up. A highly competitive salary package is on offer, with accommodation provided for you and your family in Moree.
Apply Now
Please contact: mike@regeneratetalent.com for more information about this exciting opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, and backgrounds.
Plant Manager employer: Regenerate Talent
Join a pioneering organisation at the forefront of the green energy revolution, where your role as Plant Manager will not only drive operational excellence but also contribute to a sustainable future. Located in Moree, NSW, you'll benefit from a competitive salary package and family accommodation, all while working in a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and fosters professional growth. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a world-class facility and make a meaningful impact in the transition to zero-emissions energy.
