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Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms use CosmoQuick to source qualified power plant operators. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$78.0k
$56.2k – $111k
Demand Score
96/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
9.8K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+8%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches energy talent on sector experience, project track record, HSE record, certifications, and discipline — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
Demand for power plant operators in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 8% year-on-year increase in Power Plant Operator mandates, driven by rising electricity demand, capacity additions, nuclear new-build, hydropower expansion, and aging-fleet replacement worldwide.
Compensation context
Power Plant Operator compensation typically falls between $56.2k and $111k, with experienced pp operators in the global energy market commanding $111k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
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20.6K openings · United States
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15.2K openings · United States
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12.7K openings · United States
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11.8K openings · United States
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18.1K openings · Canada
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14.2K openings · Canada
Hire Power Plant Operators in Fort McMurray
12.7K openings · Canada
Hire Power Plant Operators in Aberdeen
18.6K openings · United Kingdom
Hire Power Plant Operators in London
13.7K openings · United Kingdom
Hire Power Plant Operators in Manchester
11.3K openings · United Kingdom
Hire Power Plant Operators in Oslo
15.7K openings · Norway
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17.1K openings · Norway
Hire Power Plant Operators in Bergen
11.8K openings · Norway
Hire Power Plant Operators in Rotterdam
15.2K openings · Netherlands
Hire Power Plant Operators in Amsterdam
12.7K openings · Netherlands
Energy industries hiring this role
Oil & Gas Operators hiring Power Plant Operators
National and international oil companies operating upstream, midstream, and downstream assets across the globe
Renewable Energy Developers hiring Power Plant Operators
Solar, wind, storage, and hybrid renewables developers building utility-scale and C&I projects worldwide
Power Generation Companies hiring Power Plant Operators
Independent power producers and utilities operating thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewable generation portfolios
Nuclear Power Operators hiring Power Plant Operators
Nuclear utilities and SMR developers operating existing fleets and building new-generation reactors
Solar Developers hiring Power Plant Operators
Utility-scale and distributed solar developers, IPPs, and asset owners across global solar markets
Wind Farm Operators hiring Power Plant Operators
Onshore and offshore wind farm developers, owners, and O&M operators worldwide
Utility Companies hiring Power Plant Operators
Electric, gas, and water utilities operating generation, T&D, and customer-facing operations
Transmission System Operators hiring Power Plant Operators
TSOs operating high-voltage transmission networks, interconnectors, and balancing markets
Distribution Utilities hiring Power Plant Operators
DSOs and distribution companies operating MV/LV networks, smart meters, and customer connections
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Power Plant Operator in the global energy market is around $78.0k, typically ranging from $56.2k to $111k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.