Assistant Biogas Plant Manager

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the renewable energy sector is seeking an experienced Assistant Plant Manager for a biogas facility in the UK. The successful candidate will assist the Plant Manager, supervise staff, and ensure EHS compliance. A higher-level qualification in engineering or environmental science, along with NEBOSH certification, is preferred. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits in an expanding business within the renewable energy sector. Join a key player today.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Opportunity to join an expanding business

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' management experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience in biogas or similar processing environment.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Plant Manager in site operations.
• Supervise and mentor operational staff.
• Champion EHS policies across the site.
• Use SCADA systems to monitor plant operations.
• Maintain accurate records of operational data.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

First line maintenance

EHS compliance

Education

Higher-level qualification in engineering or environmental science

NEBOSH qualification

WAMITAB Certificate of Technical Competence

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering exclusively with a key business and influential player in the UK Anaerobic Digestion market. The company are seeking an experienced Assistant Plant Manager to join them. You will be joining a plant at the latter stages of a significant upgrade and expansion.

The Assistant Plant Manager role comes with an excellent package which can be discussed upon application.

If you’re wanting to work for a key player in the UK biogas sector and be a part of this best in class, then please submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Assistant Plant Manager role

Reporting to the Plant Manager you will:

• Assist the Plant Manager in all aspects of site operation. Act as deputy during their absence and help manage daily processing of feedstock into biogas
• Supervise and mentor operational staff. Promote a high-performance culture through effective leadership, coaching, and accountability.
• Champion EHS policies across the site. Conduct regular walk-arounds, lead safety initiatives, and ensure strict adherence to all HSE and regulatory requirements
• Use SCADA systems to monitor plant operations. Analyse data trends and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and output.
• Communicate with external bodies including the Environment Agency and Ofgem. Ensure ongoing compliance with all licensing and statutory obligations.
• Coordinate routine maintenance and emergency repairs. Liaise with contractors and ensure minimal downtime of operations
• Maintain accurate records of operational data, incidents, and maintenance. Prepare and present reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Higher-level qualification in engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline (preferred).
• NEBOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification (preferred)
• WAMITAB Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC) in AD or related field (desired)
• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Personal skills

The Assistant Plant Manager role would suit someone who has:

• A minimum 2 years’ experience working at a supervisory/managerial level
• Experience working in biogas or a similar processing environment
• Strong leadership, motivation, and team development skills
• Experience carrying out first line maintenance

Salary and benefits of the Assistant Plant Manager role

• Competitive salary (DOE) depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package
• The chance to join an expanding business within 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.