Biomass Energy Centre Manager | Operations & Sustainability

Kronospan; Wales; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Kronospan is seeking an Energy Centre Manager to oversee the safe, efficient operation of the on-site energy centre. You will lead a team of operators, oversee maintenance activities, and drive energy performance improvements and decarbonisation efforts.

The role emphasizes strong health, safety and regulatory compliance, budget management, and collaboration with engineering and regulatory stakeholders to ensure reliable energy supply for production processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a biomass energy facility.
• Strong knowledge of biomass boilers, CHP and energy generation.
• Excellent understanding of health, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing contractors.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation and maintenance of the energy centre.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and statutory regulations.
• Lead on-site operational and maintenance teams.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance activities, including contractor management.
• Monitor plant performance, KPIs and energy efficiency, identifying opportunities for optimisation.
• Manage operational budgets, forecasting and cost control.
• Act as the main technical point of contact for stakeholders and regulators.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and decarbonisation strategies.
• Maintain accurate operational records, reports and compliance documentation.

Skills

Biomass energy

Energy generation

Team leadership

Contractor management

Health & safety

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Energy management systems

Job description

Kronospan is seeking an Energy Centre Manager to oversee the safe, efficient operation of the on-site energy centre. You will lead a team of operators, oversee maintenance activities, and drive energy performance improvements and decarbonisation efforts.

The role emphasizes strong health, safety and regulatory compliance, budget management, and collaboration with engineering and regulatory stakeholders to ensure reliable energy supply for production processes.