Asset Manager

Astute People; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Astute is recruiting an Asset Manager for two biomass plants on the M1 Corridor. You will lead operations at Holbrook and Widmerpool, driving safety, reliability and performance while managing budgets and CAPEX projects.

The role requires an engineering degree and extensive energy industry experience, with a track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. This is a leadership position within a major energy provider offering growth opportunities and a

Qualifications

• Degree in an engineering discipline with sector experience.
• Proven track record managing energy-related assets and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Holbrook and Widmerpool Biomass Power Plants.
• Lead, engage and develop site teams to align with business objectives.
• Manage maintenance strategies, outages and critical maintenance to maximise reliability.
• Oversee health, safety, environmental, and legislative compliance.
• Develop and implement annual business plans to meet targets and KPIs.
• Build relationships with clients, regulators and local authorities.
• Control budgets, contracts and financial planning for both sites.
• Identify and lead CAPEX projects to improve safety and efficiency.
• Support business growth by collaborating with internal and external partners.
• Participate in the Plant Managers' Forum and share best practices across the business.
• Provide out-of-hours and emergency call-out support as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Operational oversight

Safety and compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

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.

Responsibilities and duties

• 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

• 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

• 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

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.

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