At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage biogas plant operations and optimise processes for renewable energy production.
- Company: Join a leading UK business in the renewable energy sector.
- Benefits: Earn up to £60,000 with healthcare, pension, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable energy while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in anaerobic digestion and relevant engineering qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Astute's Renewable Energy team is partnering with a UK leading business in anaerobic digestion that provides cost-effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Biogas Plant Manager for their site in Hertfordshire.
The strategically important Plant Manager role comes with a salary of up to £60,000 life assurance, employer pension and additional benefits package.
If you're an experienced Plant Manager and are looking to work for a leading business within the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Biogas Plant Manager Reporting to the Area Manager you will:
- Optimising process plant operations
- Managing feedstock processing and planning
- Weekly and monthly reporting of plant efficiency, trends and analysing data
- Providing solutions to technical variances
- Site maintenance and coordination of PPM
- Be part of on call and weekend shift cover
- Be responsible for cost control and budgets
- Managing external contractors when necessary
- Drafting RAMS and being accountable for HSE
- Managing the relationships with external bodies, such as the Environmental Agency
- Managing on site colleagues, such as Operators and Engineers
- Capable of first line mechanical maintenance and raising more complex faults to an on-call-team
- Other duties as required
- Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following
- Qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, such as chemical or mechanical is an advantage
- Mobile Plant (telehandler, loading shovel) licence or time served experience
- NEBOSH or willingness to train towards
- WAMITAB or willingness to train towards
- Full UK Driving Licence is essential
- Personal skills
The Biogas Plant Manager role would suit someone who is
- Experienced in anaerobic digestion or a similar heavy processing environment at a managerial or supervisory level
- Hands on and leads by example
- Excellent computer literacy
- A mentality towards a continuous improvement and a genuine passion for the industry
- Excellent people management skills
Salary and benefits of the Biogas Plant Manager role
- Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience
- Healthcare and life assurance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Employer pension
- Bonus
- Overtime
- Additional benefits discussed at interview
- The chance to join a leading business within the renewable energy sector
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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.
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Biogas Plant Manager in Watford employer: Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd
Astute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets sustainability in the renewable energy sector. With a competitive salary of up to £70k and a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible options like electric vehicle leasing and health insurance, employees are well-supported in their professional growth. The company fosters a culture of mentorship and collaboration, ensuring that team members have ample opportunities for career development while contributing to meaningful projects across the South Midlands and South England region.
Contact Details:
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