Global Operations Leader: Scale Complex Cryogenic Tech

FABRUM.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabrum, a Christchurch-based global leader in cryogenic technologies and liquid hydrogen systems, is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to drive operations and execution. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead Engineering, Product Management, Project Management and Service, turning strategy into action and scaling delivery across international markets.

The role combines commercial acumen with safety and efficiency, offering a high-impact opportunity to shape Fabrum's

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience, including executive-level responsibility.
• Experience in engineering, technology, manufacturing, infrastructure or similarly complex industry.
• Strong operational leadership across multiple functions.
• Track record of building capable teams and strong leaders.
• Commercial and financial acumen and decision-making.
• Strong health and safety leadership and culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering, Product, Project Management and Service.
• Turn strategy into clear operational priorities and outcomes.
• Build accountable leaders and high-performing teams.
• Drive safe, efficient and high-quality project delivery.
• Strengthen operational systems, processes and ways of working.
• Align delivery capability with customer demand and commercial priorities.
• Collaborate with Finance on budgets, investments and resource planning.
• Partner with technical leaders to turn innovation into scalable products.
• Grow Fabrum’s global service capability.
• Improve how the business operates at scale.

Skills

Senior leadership

Executive responsibility

Engineering leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Commercial & financial acumen

Job description

Fabrum, a Christchurch-based global leader in cryogenic technologies and liquid hydrogen systems, is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to drive operations and execution. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead Engineering, Product Management, Project Management and Service, turning strategy into action and scaling delivery across international markets.

The role combines commercial acumen with safety and efficiency, offering a high-impact opportunity to shape Fabrum's