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Director, Operations & Maintenance
Location:
Toronto, ON – Hybrid (3+ days/week in office)
Job Type: Full-Time
Travel Requirement: ~25%
Position Type: Backfill
Are you ready to shape the future grid? Hydrostor, a leading energy storage, technology and infrastructure company dedicated to developing utility‑scale, long‑duration energy storage solutions, is seeking a Director of Operations and Maintenance to join our team in Toronto. We’re supporting the development of a more resilient electricity grid and invite you to be at the forefront of this work!
Why Hydrostor?
Our cutting‑edge A‑CAES technology is uniquely poised to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a reliable and secure energy future.
Your Mission
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated leader for the role of Director, Operations & Maintenance (North America) to lead the development and execution of Hydrostor’s O&M function. This role will be instrumental in establishing operational readiness, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost‑effective operations, and building a high‑performing team to support our growing North American portfolio.
The initial priority for this role will be to support the successful construction, commissioning, and transition to operations of the Willow Rock facility—building out the Operations, Maintenance, and Asset Management functions from the ground up to enable a seamless start‑up and long‑term performance. As Willow Rock moves into operations, this leader will expand their scope to support additional assets, including Quinte and future projects, scaling the O&M model, systems, and team to ensure consistent excellence across the fleet.
Your Day-to-Day Adventures
Operations and Maintenance Development
Develop and implement long‑term O&M strategies aligned with Hydrostor’s business goals and contractual obligations in the North American energy market.
Build detailed O&M plans for the Willow Rock project, including procedures, schedules, staffing, and resource planning.
Design and implement asset management strategies and systems for performance tracking and preventative maintenance.
Support the integration of market participation and compliance requirements in alignment with Independent System Operators (e.g., CAISO, ERCOT, etc.).
Outsourcing and Contractor Management
Lead the procurement and management of outsourced O&M services in alignment with Hydrostor’s standards, safety requirements, and commercial agreements.
Oversee implementation of Long‑Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) with OEMs and key technology partners.
Define, monitor, and report on KPIs for outsourced vendors, ensuring continuous performance improvement.
Manage contractor onboarding, performance evaluations, and interface coordination.
Operational Readiness and Excellence
Establish training and competency frameworks to ensure operational staff are well‑prepared for commissioning and day‑to‑day operations.
Analyze operational data to drive insights, improve efficiency, and mitigate risks.
Ensure safe, reliable operation of A‑CAES systems in line with North American safety and environmental regulations.
Oversee spare parts strategies, inventory management, and procurement for efficient long‑term operations.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting
Develop performance metrics for operations aligned with project agreements, ISO requirements, and internal targets.
Track and report on key indicators such as availability, reliability, and efficiency.
Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations to inform continuous improvement.
Prepare and present regular performance and readiness reports to leadership and stakeholders.
Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Ensure full compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Build and oversee compliance programs, policies, and training.
Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory agencies and inspections.
Project Interface and Transition to Operations
Provide operational input during engineering and construction phases of the Willow Rock project.
Collaborate with development, engineering, and project execution teams to ensure smooth handoff from…
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