Asset Manager - Biogas

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Asset Manager for anaerobic digestion plants in Northwest UK. The role involves monitoring performance KPIs, maintaining asset lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in asset management. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced Asset Manager or Plant Manager in anaerobic digestion for 5 years.
• Full UK driving licence essential due to site travel.
• Understanding of anaerobic digestion processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse performance KPIs.
• Identify underperforming assets and drive recovery plans.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Time management

High accuracy

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnered with a leading business within the anaerobic digestion sector, who build and operate a portfolio of plants across the UK. They are looking for an Asset Manager in the Northwest of the UK, who will be responsible for the performance, maintenance planning, long-term value optimisation of their portfolio of anaerobic digestion (AD) plants.

The strategically important Asset Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience, excellent benefits package and the chance to be part of a new build site and an expanding portfolio.

If you’re an experienced Asset Manager or have worked as a Plant Manager in anaerobic digestion for 5 years or more, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Asset Manager role

Reporting to the Senior Manager you will:

* Monitor and analyse performance KPIs (e.g., gas output, feedstock efficiency, downtime).
* Identify underperforming assets and drive performance recovery plans.
* Support the implementation of optimisation strategies across the portfolio
* Oversee planned and reactive maintenance strategies.
* Develop long-term asset lifecycle plans to optimise uptime and budget usage.
* Coordinate with site teams to schedule major overhauls and equipment replacements.
* Assist in the preparation and management of OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
* Track expenditure against budget and justify major capital projects.
* Deliver financial reporting and asset valuation input to senior management.
* Ensure compliance with environmental permits, health & safety regulations, and industry standards.
* Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans for critical assets.
* Maintain robust asset registers and documentation for audit readiness.
* Liaise with operational team, engineers, commercial teams, and external contractors.
* Manage relationships with equipment suppliers, insurers, and regulatory bodies.
* Support commercial discussions on feedstock supply and digestate outlets as they relate to asset performance.
* Contribute to upgrade, repowering, and expansion projects.
* Assist in technical due diligence for acquisitions or disposals of AD assets.
* Provide input on asset integration strategies during M&A processes.
* Other duties as required
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Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

* Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Asset Management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
* Full UK driving licence (essential due to site travel)

Personal skills

The Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Ability to maintain confidentiality
* High level of accuracy in checking & processing information
* Ability to form good relationships with colleagues, clients and vendors
* Able to work on own initiative and make effective decisions
* Proven experience managing industrial or energy assets, preferably in renewable energy or waste sectors.
* Understanding of anaerobic digestion processes and plant components.
* Strong analytical and reporting skills; ability to interpret technical and financial data.
* Knowledge of asset lifecycle principles, preventative maintenance, and
* CMMS systems.
* Familiarity with environmental and HSE regulations related to AD plants

Salary and benefits of the role

* Competitive salary (depending on experience)
* Excellent benefits package
* The chance to join a leading business with the renewable energy sector

INDREN

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.