Head of Operations (Compliance)

Jordan martorell s.l.; España; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading renewable energy firm in Spain is seeking a Director of Operations and Maintenance to oversee multiple facilities. You will lead all O&M activities, ensure operational efficiency, and collaborate with various departments to integrate operations. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in plant operations, strong technical expertise, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive sustainability efforts in the energy sector.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in industrial plant operations and maintenance.
• Proven experience leading multi-site operations at a director or senior O&M leadership level.
• Strong technical expertise in anaerobic digestion and gas upgrading.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all Operations and Maintenance activities across multiple facilities.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.
• Manage O&M budgets, CAPEX/OPEX, and drive efficiency improvements.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Process Control Systems

Technical Expertise in Anaerobic Digestion

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Director of Operations and Maintenance

#Level: Director / Senior Operations Leadership

About the Company Our client is a global leader in sustainable solutions that transform waste into renewable energy and valuable resources. With a growing footprint across Europe, the company designs, builds, owns, and operates advanced facilities for the treatment of organic waste, wastewater, and biosolids — producing clean energy, renewable fuels, and recovered materials for a circular economy.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities across multiple renewable gas and waste-to-value facilities in Southern Europe.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations through structured maintenance and performance management.
• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies, including oversight of planned shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Define and track operational KPIs aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor plant managers, engineers, and technical teams — building a culture focused on safety, quality, and accountability.
• Support new plant commissioning, start-up, and smooth transition into operational control.
• Manage O&M budgets, CAPEX/OPEX, and drive efficiency improvements.
• Oversee environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance across all facilities.
• Collaborate closely with project execution, engineering, and commercial departments to ensure seamless operations integration.
• Report regularly on performance, risks, and opportunities to the executive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or a related technical field).
• 10+ years of experience in industrial plant operations and maintenance, ideally in biogas, wastewater, waste-to-energy, or chemical process industries.
• Proven experience leading multi-site operations at a Director or senior O&M leadership level.
• Strong technical expertise in anaerobic digestion, gas upgrading, utilities, and process control systems.
• Demonstrated success managing maintenance programs, shutdowns, and turnarounds.
• Deep understanding of EHS and environmental compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; additional proficiency in Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese is highly desirable.

This is a rare opportunity to join a market‑leading renewable energy company driving the decarbonization of Europe’s waste and energy sectors. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping operational performance, ensuring long‑term reliability, and leading high‑performing teams across one of the most dynamic growth regions in the renewable gas market.