Director

Job Title: Director

Location: New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Department: Plant Operations

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Status: Salaried / Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for this position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

The Director, Plant Operations at Children's Specialized Hospital will lead a dynamic team of engineers, mechanics, and operations specialists to ensure the highest levels of physical environment readiness in support of exceptional patient care. We need a hands‑on leader who understands the intricacies of healthcare facility management across all relevant specialties, such as HVAC, electrical and power generation, refrigeration, plumbing, building infrastructure and envelope, and equipment and grounds regulatory compliance. If you have proven experience successfully leading large‑scale plant operations and are looking for a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment, this is the role for you.

Typical Responsibilities

• Assessing the reliability and proper operations of building systems and equipment in developing a preventative maintenance program
• Participating in weekly Joint Commission/DNV rounding to ensure remediation items are completed
• Overseeing construction and renovation projects, ensuring all proper ICRA, ILSM, and applicable code standards are met
• Engaging departmental and senior leadership to assess plant readiness and identify improvement opportunities
• Representing plant operations at the Safety Committee, Joint Commission/DNV, and the Emergency Management Committee meetings
• Driving compliance with regulatory testing schedules for major systems such as emergency generators, fire systems, fuel tanks, and life safety systems
• Collaborating with RWJBH Facilities Management executive leadership on capital projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a related field (preferably mechanical, facilities, or electrical engineering) with 6‑10 years of maintenance experience. Proven and progressive experience in the maintenance and operation of major building systems is required. Current Boiler License (Black Seal) and Pool Operators Certification preferred. Full knowledge of plant operation, mechanical systems, BOCA, life safety codes and HCC mandatory. Demonstrated experience in developing and managing preventative maintenance programs is required. Ability to build and manage both operating and capital budgets is required. Solid understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and surveys (Joint Commission/DNV, DOH, DCA, local AHJs, other regulatory agencies) is required. Previous plant operations leadership experience within a healthcare/hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to identify problems quickly, think critically to find root causes, and implement effective, data‑informed solutions under pressure.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to the dynamic nature of the healthcare environment, including new technologies, processes, and unexpected challenges.
• Leadership skills that foster a continuous improvement mindset and encourage positive change.
• Thrives in a variable, project‑based setting with tight timelines and high expectations.
• Commitment to a “safety first” philosophy and maintaining a quality‑focused, patient‑centered care environment.
• Ability to align operational goals with the hospital’s strategic objectives and drive efficiency and clinician and patient satisfaction.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.