Operations Manager

ABOUT US

CS Energy is a Queensland energy company that has more than 750 employees, operates two power stations and has a trading portfolio of 3,535 megawatts. CS Energy's core business is the generation and sale of electricity in the National Electricity Market, dispatching 30 per cent of Queensland's electricity output.

CS Energy is proud to foster an environment that builds respect, promotes inclusiveness, celebrates diversity and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all our employees. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be supplied to those who require additional support.

Callide Power Station is located within the vibrant community of Biloela. The relaxed central Queensland lifestyle is popular with families and singles alike, and the region boasts several schools, sporting clubs and a strong community spirit. CS Energy offers a range of benefits for regional employees including relocation assistance, education assistance, holiday travel scheme and housing assistance.

THE OPPORTUNITY

CS Energy is seeking a dynamic and experienced
Manager Operations
to join the Senior Leadership Team at Callide Power Station. This pivotal role is responsible for optimising site performance to ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective generation of electricity. If you're a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a key member of the Callide Senior Leadership Team, the Manager Operations will drive performance across multiple disciplines, including operations, coal logistics, process chemistry, and waste management. This role is instrumental in aligning operational activities with CS Energy's strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and generation targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Operations and Performance teams to achieve generation targets through enhanced plant reliability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment with the Joint Venture partner operating Callide C Power Station and maintain transparent engagement with external shareholders.
• Monitor and report on key operational metrics, identifying and implementing corrective actions.
• Champion operational excellence by maximising unit output, minimising availability losses, and reducing downtime.
• Oversee coal supply logistics, ensuring consistent delivery and strong vendor relationships to support fuel security and plant performance.
• Provide governance oversight for the Waste Containment Facility (WCF), ensuring compliance with ANCOLD guidelines and CS Energy governance frameworks.
• Support the Chemistry Team in executing process-related activities that enhance plant reliability and compliance.
• Collaborate with fellow senior leaders to drive integrated decision-making and resource optimisation.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This is a full time, permanent position at Callide Power Station.

ABOUT YOU

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in power generation or heavy industry operations.
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Expertise in operational performance, logistics, and compliance.
• Commitment to safety, innovation, and team development.
• Tertiary qualifications in a a relevant discipline would be advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in production, mining or maintenance, preferably within a heavy industrial/mining environments.
• Power station operations and thermal processes experience would be advantageous.
• Experience with ash/tailings dams and coal supply is advantageous.
• Experience and demonstrated success in a key leadership role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of complex infrastructure and process systems.
• Demonstrated ability of leading teams to deliver on required HSE, Cost and Production outcomes.
• Leadership behaviours that support a constructive culture.
• Experience in using SAP or other business processes/tools to enable delivery of effective reporting on key section deliverables.

HOW TO APPLY

You can apply for this position in 3 easy steps:

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2. Complete the application form below
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JOB CLOSING DATE

5pm, Friday 24 October 2025