Head of Operations & Engineering

Revata Carbon

large-scale processing facilities in West Africa

• Biocarbon

  for use in cement, steel, and clean cooking

• Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL)

  for industrial applications

• Renewable electricity

  through pyrolysis by-products

biomass trading network

Valency International

At Revata, our mission is to unlock the untapped potential of agri-residues by building circular, carbon-negative infrastructure that delivers both climate impact and inclusive economic value.

Role Summary

biochar

You will build the systems, teams, and capabilities needed to run high-performance plants that meet safety, sustainability, and productivity goals.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Setup & Commissioning

• Lead detailed engineering and layout design for modular

  biochar

  and

  CNSL

  production units.
• Manage equipment procurement, fabrication, testing, and logistics from India.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and performance validation of facilities in West Africa.
• Coordinate civil work, utility integration, and compliance with local site requirements.

Operations Management

• Develop SOPs and maintenance schedules for both CNSL and biochar operations.
• Ensure target output, uptime, and quality metrics are met consistently.
• Implement process monitoring systems and troubleshoot technical issues in real time.
• Establish safety protocols and environmental compliance frameworks.

Team Building & Leadership

• Build and manage a multidisciplinary engineering and operations team in India.
• Oversee local hiring, training, and capability building at West African sites.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with the CEO and commercial team to align plant output with customer demand
• Partner with R&D and external advisors to refine process design and incorporate new technologies.
• Support finance and sustainability teams with capex planning, operational data, and certifications (e.g., Puro.earth, ISCC).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in process plant engineering, setup, and operations
• Strong background in

  thermal systems, oil extraction, pyrolysis

  , or

  waste-to-energy

• Proven experience in vendor management, fabrication, and on-site commissioning (preferably in India and/or Africa)
• Ability to lead teams across geographies with hands-on operational involvement
• Willingness to travel 30–40% to Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire
• Fluent in English and Hindi; French is a plus

What We Offer

• Leadership role in a mission-driven startup at the forefront of climate and industry
• Ownership of ground-up facility development across geographies
• Equity participation and leadership team inclusion
• Opportunity to build enduring infrastructure that impacts lives and ecosystems

Agile, respectful, and entrepreneurial work environment

vivek@revatacarbon.com