Director, Facility Operations

ABOUT HUT 8

Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut 8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve come to the right place.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Director of Facility Operations, you will own the performance, uptime, and efficiency of our mining site portfolio. This is a hands-on, field-oriented leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence across multiple sites while staying closely connected to both corporate vision and on-the-ground execution.

This role is based in Miami, FL but will require regular travel to mining sites in Texas, Canada, and New York. In this crucial role, you will work closely with site leadership, engineering reps, finance teams, and company leadership to align strategy with execution across all locations. Success in this role is striking the perfect balance between corporate and site-level leadership - one day may require you to roll up your sleeves and help with a site-level, hands-on project and the next day may have you briefing an update back at headquarters in Miami.

An ideal candidate in this role is someone who wants to be a people leader with the ability to lead through complexity, make decisive calls in real-time environments, and hold teams accountable, while building strong partnerships across the organization. This role is ideal for a high-performing, multi-functional operator looking to take their career to the next level and expand their leadership impact. A successful Director of Facility Operations will have the rare opportunity to learn Hut 8's mining business from top to bottom and grow with an extremely exciting company. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own and drive performance across a portfolio of mining sites, including uptime, hashrate efficiency, site P&Ls, and operational KPIs 
• Partner with and hold site leadership accountable for delivering safe, reliable, and high-performing mining operations 
• Maintain a strong on-site presence through regular travel, ensuring alignment between corporate strategy and field execution 
• Collaborate cross-functionally to build and execute cost structures aligned with company-wide financial targets 
• Lead the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of SOPs across all mining sites 
• Drive site deployment and ramp-up efforts, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution 
• Identify, diagnose, and lead resolution of power, cooling, and infrastructure-related issues, implementing redundancy and mitigation strategies 
• Oversee maintenance programs and vendor relationships, including RFP processes and contractor selection across regions 
• Analyze site-level performance data and translate insights into actionable improvements across the portfolio 
• Lead recruiting, development, and performance management of site leadership, building strong, accountable teams 
• Reinforce a culture of continuous improvement, personal accountability, and operational excellence across all locations 
• Serve as a mentor and reliable partner to site-level leadership - ensuring your leaders grow professionally and help their own teams grow as a result 

ABOUT YOU

• 3-7 years of experience in leading operational teams in a geographically dispersed environment (related military experience would be considered) 
• Previous experience in mining operations, data center operations, or large-scale infrastructure environments is a huge plus but not required 
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred but not required - 
• Strong understanding of power infrastructure, cooling systems, and uptime-critical operations is preferred but not required 
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance collaboration and accountability 
• High degree of ownership, urgency, organization, and resilience in fast-paced, high-pressure environments 
• Comfortable operating in 24x7 environments and responding to real-time operational challenges 
• Ability to work as a member of a fast-paced, collaborative, and high-performing team is paramount to this role – your success in this role will not just come from how hard you work as an individual, but how strong of a team you help create across the facility
• Strong communication is a must - you will constantly be required to run in-person/virtual meetings, speak in front of large crowds, send emails to vendors and company leaders, use written communication to quickly convey updates on messaging platforms, and have difficult growth conversations with those reporting to you 
• You are intellectually curious and enjoy training others around you when you learn something new 
• Thrive in an environment that forces you to get your hands dirty while also spending time behind the computer documenting your findings and communicating effectively across written and verbal mediums
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion and can spend extended periods of time on your feet
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to mining sites (30%-40%)
• Must possess an active passport to support travel to sites outside of the U.S. 
• Must possess and maintain an active drivers license 

Additional experience: (Preferred)
Site Selection, Construction & Deployment, Facilities Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, CAPEX/OPEX Budgeting, P&L Accountability, Vendor Management, International Operations, and Project ROI

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based in Miami. Business travel may be required periodically for key moments (e.g., leadership sessions, major events, site visits). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.

At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:

▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting

▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government

▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team

▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure