At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a biogas plant, managing operations and a small team while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join a UK-based renewable energy specialist focused on anaerobic digestion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £45,000, pension scheme, holidays, and more.
- Other info: Hands-on role with strong career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in renewable energy while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or chemistry preferred; experience in process plant operations is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
MC Technical Recruitment is currently looking to recruit a Plant Manager on behalf of a UK-based anaerobic digestion (AD) operations and maintenance specialist, to be based at their site in Haddington.
This role will involve taking full responsibility for the daily operation and maintenance of a biogas plant. This is a genuinely hands-on leadership role – you'll be the senior person on-site, managing a small operational team while staying close to the process itself, and reporting directly to senior management. The plant operates 24/7, so some out-of-hours and shift work will be required.
As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Managing and developing a small team of plant operators and technicians, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Directing and supervising maintenance contractors on-site
- Running regular safety training to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations
- Acting as the senior on-site presence, available for hands-on operational work when required
- Monitoring and optimising process conditions to maximise biogas production and energy output while maintaining system integrity
- Coordinating maintenance activities, including mechanical repairs, to minimise downtime
- Overseeing inventory of equipment parts and supplies needed for ongoing plant operation and maintenance
- Developing and maintaining plant procedures, operating manuals, and site documentation
- Working with computer-controlled (SCADA) plant systems to manage day-to-day operations
- Other duties as required
To be considered for this role you should have:
- A relevant technical qualification – ideally degree-level in chemical or mechanical engineering, or chemistry
- Experience managing or supervising process plant operations in a process industry or utility environment
- Strong mechanical knowledge to understand complex equipment systems and support troubleshooting
- Comfortable working with computer-controlled (SCADA) plant systems
- Strong relationship-building skills – with contractors, clients, and regulators alike
- Solid understanding of workplace Health & Safety and environmental regulations (further training provided)
- Direct experience in anaerobic digestion or biogas would be an advantage, though not essential – full training is given
- Experience with environmental compliance and regulatory liaison would also be beneficial
This is an exciting opportunity to join a lean, hands-on operation with strong technical backing from a wider international group.
The package on offer for this role includes:
- A salary up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience
- Pension Scheme
- Holidays
- Other benefits
If you are interested in this role please apply via the link below or contact Machaela at MC Technical Recruitment on 01489533030 for a confidential chat.
Plant Manager - Renewable Energy in Dunfermline employer: MC Technical Recruitment Ltd
At MC Technical Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. Working at our Anaerobic Digestion plant in Inverness not only provides you with the opportunity to contribute to the Green Energy sector but also ensures a healthy work-life balance with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern and generous holiday entitlement. Join us to be part of a dedicated team where your skills are recognised and rewarded.
Contact Details:
MC Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
