Plant Manager – Anaerobic Digestion
- Northampton
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Have full accountability for the site; its compliance, profitability and managing all operational aspects on a daily basis
- Managing the site effectively to promote a positive, health and safety focussed culture
- Liaise with all relevant governing bodies when necessary and deal with any escalations
- Communicating tasks, responsibilities and expected levels of performance including conducting annual performance reviews, identifying training and development needs and chairing team briefs at the required level
- Developing and maintaining relationships with influential key internal and external stakeholders including customers, local government stakeholders and internal networks.
- Manage the Environmental Permit and its conditions, the Odour Management Plan and all relevant certifications for the site
- Monitor digestate levels and ensure PAS 110 compliance
- Attend safety management meetings when necessary
- Be very commercially aware, with overall management on incoming feedstock and to ensure optimal gas yield and as a result, the best returns
- Other duties are required
- WAMITAB or willingness to work towards it
- A relevant engineering degree is desired
- NEBOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Prior experience working in anaerobic digestion or a similar heavy processing plant
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate teams
- A problem-solver and team builder, capable of influencing a positive culture and driving operational improvements
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance, with a demonstrable commitment to maintaining a zero-harm culture
- Experience in budget management and cost control, including site profit and loss responsibility
- Confident communicator with the ability to lead Toolbox Talks, team meetings, and provide clear operational updates
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and SCADA, CMMS or plant control systems
- Competitive Salary DOE (depending on experience)
- Private Healthcare, death in service + additional benefits
- The opportunity to join a growing business within the renewable energy sector
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