Asset Manager in Beighton

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit an Asset Manager for two biomass plants located on the M1 Corridor. This leadership role offers a competitive salary plus benefits and the opportunity to drive operational excellence across two key sites. If you're an experienced Asset Manager or Senior Operations Leader with a background in power generation or major hazard industries, and are looking to join a company that values safety, integrity, and performance, submit your CV today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Manager of Site Operations, you will: Take full accountability for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of both Holbrook and Widmerpool Biomass Power Plants. Lead, engage, and develop site teams, ensuring alignment with business and client objectives. Manage maintenance strategies, plant outages, and critical maintenance intervals to maximise reliability. Oversee compliance with health, safety, environmental, and legislative requirements. Develop and implement annual business plans, ensuring performance targets and KPIs are met. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, and local authorities. Control and optimise budgets, contracts, and financial planning for both sites. Identify and lead CAPEX projects to improve site safety and operational efficiency. Support business growth by working with internal stakeholders and external partners. Participate in the px Plant Managers' Forum, sharing best practices across the business. Provide out-of-hours and emergency call-out support as required. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline. Extensive experience in the energy industry or other major hazard industries. Proven track record in managing energy-related assets and leading multi-disciplinary teams. Strong knowledge of safety regulations, compliance, and risk management. Experience in strategic planning and operational leadership. Ability to manage and motivate teams in a safety-critical environment. Experience overseeing outages, maintenance planning, and plant performance improvements. Personal skills The Asset Manager role would suit someone who: Is a strong leader with excellent team management skills. Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational oversight. Communicates effectively with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders. Thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Is highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities. Salary and benefits of the Asset Manager role Competitive salary based on experience. Attractive benefits package. Leadership role within a key energy provider. INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful