Plant Superintendent

Reworld Waste; Kapolei (HI); On-site; USD 119,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Reworld Waste seeks a Plant Superintendent to lead the Mass Burn Unit at a state-of-the-art waste-to-energy facility in Kapolei, Hawaii. You will oversee daily operations, drive reliability, and ensure safe, compliant performance while guiding a high-performing team.

The role requires 10+ years of supervisory experience in power generation or WTE, plus ASME QRO certifications within the specified timelines. Relocation and a sign-on bonus are available in addition to competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; engineering degree preferred.
• 10+ years supervisory/management experience in power generation or waste-to-energy facilities.
• ASME QRO provisional certification within six months; site-specific QRO certification within twelve months.
• Ability to obtain required certifications within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and lead operations personnel daily.
• Drive performance, reliability, and safety in mass burn operations.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering to optimize plant availability.
• Ensure environmental compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Develop and implement operational improvement initiatives.
• Lead emergency response and safety training for the team.
• Communicate clearly with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Team Development

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About The Role

Reworld is seeking a Plant Superintendent to lead the operation of our Mass Burn Unit at a state-of-the-art waste-to-energy facility. This leadership role is ideal for professionals with experience in power generation, waste-to-energy (WTE), municipal solid waste (MSW) combustion, utility operations, boiler and turbine operations, industrial manufacturing, energy production, heavy industrial operations, or process manufacturing environments. The Plant Superintendent is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, environmentally compliant, and cost-effective plant performance while leading a high-performing operations team.

This position offers the opportunity to lead a critical operation that converts waste into sustainable energy while supporting essential infrastructure for local communities. In addition to competitive compensation, qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus. Reworld provides long-term career growth, professional development, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced operations, maintenance, engineering, and environmental professionals in a safety-focused environment.

Reporting to facility leadership, the Plant Superintendent will oversee daily Mass Burn operations, workforce development, training, equipment reliability, operational excellence, environmental compliance, and cross-functional coordination with maintenance and plant leadership teams. The successful candidate will lead frontline operations personnel, drive continuous improvement initiatives, support technical training programs, manage operational priorities, and ensure the facility consistently achieves production, reliability, safety, and compliance objectives.

Relocation Assistance Available. Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and provide daily leadership to operations personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address employee development opportunities.
• Support company objectives and lead the implementation of operational improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-department activities to ensure efficient, reliable plant operations.
• Manage and administer technical training programs while developing new training as needed.
• Lead initiatives to improve plant performance, equipment reliability, operating procedures, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Ensure effective communication between operations and maintenance teams regarding equipment condition, system performance, and reliability concerns.
• Maintain readiness for emergency situations and support execution of the facility's emergency response plan.
• Routinely inspect plant equipment and operating areas to verify safe and efficient performance.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental permits, health and safety policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by facility leadership.

Requirements, Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of supervisory and management experience within a power generation, waste-to-energy, utility, or industrial process facility.
• Ability to obtain ASME QRO Provisional Certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to achieve Site-Specific ASME QRO Operator Certification within twelve months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough understanding of power plant and industrial process operations.
• Experience with municipal solid waste combustion and materials handling processes preferred.
• Knowledge of turbine generators, rotating equipment, and electrical generation systems.
• Familiarity with electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team development skills.
• Ability to analyze operational issues and develop effective solutions.
• Proven ability to lead teams in achieving safety, reliability, production, and compliance goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.

Schedule

• On-site position, Monday through Friday.
• Must be available to support plant operations during evenings, weekends, and holidays when business needs require.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb throughout an industrial facility.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to qualify for and wear a full-face respirator.
• Ability to work in varying weather and industrial operating conditions.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $118,700.00 - $169,800.00 USD per annum

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affiative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.