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 LeadAs 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.
