Operations Superintendent

44.01 is a carbon removal company that specializes in accelerating the natural geological process of mineralization to permanently eliminate carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The company dissolves CO2 into water and injects it into peridotite rock formations, where it reacts chemically to form stable carbonate minerals, effectively locking the carbon away forever. The company takes its name from the molecular mass of CO2, reflecting its core mission to transform carbon dioxide from a climate threat into an opportunity for a new industry.

About The Role

Candidates with immediate availability or short notice availability are preferred.

We are seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations at a pilot Carbon Capture Plant and CO₂ Liquefaction Plant. This is an 8-month contract role supporting a time-bound pilot project aimed at demonstrating the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial-scale CO₂ capture and liquefaction technology. 
The successful candidate will supervise site operations, ensure adherence to HSE and quality standards, coordinate contractors/operators, and provide operational insights to the project management team.

What You'll Do

Operations & Supervision 

• Oversee daily operations of the carbon capture and CO₂liquefaction plant, ensuring compliance with operating procedures and performance targets.
• Supervise operators and contractors during shifts, providing technical guidance and ensuring safe work practices.
• Monitor and optimize process conditions (pressure, temperature, flow, purity, etc.) to maintain efficiency and product quality.
• Coordinate plant start-up, shutdown, and transitions between operating modes.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) 

• Ensure strict compliance with HSE policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and ensure proper use of PPE and permit-to-work systems.
• Report and investigate any incidents, near misses, or process upsets.

Process Monitoring & Reporting 

• Record and analyse daily operational data, highlighting variances and proposing corrective actions.
• Provide input into operational logs, shift handover notes, and weekly performance reports.
• Coordinate the collection of product samplesfor analysis.
• Work with the project team to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.

Coordination & Communication 

• Liaise with engineering, maintenance, and project teams to coordinate plant activities.
• Support commissioning/testing activities and collaborate with technical specialists during pilot operations.
• Serve as the point of contact for on-site contractors and suppliers during operations.

Who You Are

• Minimum 8+years of experience, with 3+years' experience in supervisory/leadership roles in industrial gas, petrochemical, or process plant operations, with exposure to cryogenic processes, gas separation, or CO₂handling preferred.
• Preferred bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of HSE systems, permit-to-work, and industrial risk management.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.