Director of Plant Operations

Director of Plant Operations | Healthcare Facilities

Our client is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership for all building maintenance, Biomed, hazardous waste, and facilities compliance functions. This role ensures all physical structures, utility systems, medical equipment, and life‑safety systems meet CMS, OSHA, and other regulatory standards while maintaining a safe, efficient, and fully operational healthcare environment. The Director leads the Plant Operations Manager and technical teams, oversees departmental performance, and partners with leaders on facility projects, safety initiatives, and long‑term infrastructure planning.

This position will also serve on the leadership council.

• Maintain safe, reliable, and efficient hospital facilities and grounds.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, OSHA, Life Safety Codes, and healthcare facility regulations.
• Lead all Plant Operations functions including building maintenance, Biomed, hazardous waste, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boilers, and utility systems.
• Establish departmental goals, workflows, and service standards.
• Oversee all work performed by Plant Operations teams and external vendors.
• Provide coaching, development, and performance management for the Plant Operations Manager and technical staff.

• Ensure readiness for regulatory surveys and audits.
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and compliance programs.
• Lead safety initiatives and risk‑mitigation strategies across all facilities.

• Support capital planning, budgeting, and long‑term infrastructure strategy.
• Partner with clinical, administrative, and network leaders on facility projects and operational improvements.

• Excellent communication, team‑building, and prioritization skills.
• 5+ years of facilities leadership experience (healthcare or complex multi‑site environment)
• Strong understanding of healthcare facility regulations and compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boilers, hazardous materials, and safety management.
• Experience with business strategy implementation, cost control, productivity improvement, and navigating politically sensitive environments.

• Healthcare facilities experience (hospital or long‑term care)
• CHFM certification (Certified Healthcare Facility Manager)
• College degree in maintenance, engineering, or technical trade education with state licensure.
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• On‑site food service at select locations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition advance programs