DIR - ENGINEERING/PLANT OPS

University Health Services Inc

JACKSONVILLE, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Healthcare, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Leadership, Life Safety Systems, Military, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Project Design, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Standards Development, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
JACKSONVILLE, FL
POSTED
28 days ago

Responsibilities Director of Plant Operations - Behavioral Health Hospital Jacksonville, Florida | Wekiva Springs Center Wekiva Springs Center is seeking a seasoned Director of Plant Operations (DPO) to serve as a senior leader responsible for the hospital's physical environment, safety, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness. This role is ideal for a healthcare facilities professional who values leadership, structure, and collaboration - and who wants the support of a strong UHS Regional Facilities and Design & Construction team. What You'll Lead As Director of Plant Operations, you will: • Oversee all maintenance, housekeeping, grounds, and transportation operations • Act as the facility owner for Environment of Care, Life Safety, and Emergency Management programs • Maintain survey-ready Joint Commission and regulatory documentation • Lead Emergency Management planning, drills, and after-action reporting • Collaborate on capital planning and infrastructure projects with UHS Design & Construction • Coach and develop a multidisciplinary Plant Operations team • Partner closely with hospital leadership to support safety, compliance, and patient care Qualifications Healthcare facilities leadership experience (hospital or behavioral health preferred) • Strong working knowledge of Joint Commission standards and emergency preparedness • Proven ability to lead teams and manage regulatory expectations • Technical, trade, military, or facilities-related background Why Wekiva Springs & UHS Stable organization with defined systems and standards • Direct access to Regional Facilities leadership and corporate resources • Meaningful leadership role impacting patient and staff safety • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits At Wekiva Springs Center, the Director of Plant Operations is a trusted leader, not an afterthought. If you're looking for a role where your expertise is respected and supported, we'd like to connect.

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University Health Services Inc