Biomass Energy Centre Operations Lead

Kronospan; Chirk; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

Kronospan is seeking an experienced Energy Centre Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the energy centre on site in the United Kingdom. You will lead day-to-day operations, manage operators and maintenance activities, and drive energy efficiency, resilience and sustainability across plant systems.

You will ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory standards while coordinating engineering efforts and contractor activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a biomass energy production facility or power plant.
• 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 the daily operation and maintenance of the energy centre, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery to provide heat and energy to the production processes on site.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and statutory regulations.
• Lead, develop, and motivate on-site operational and maintenance teams alongside the engineering team.
• Support in 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, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, innovation, and decarbonisation strategies.
• Maintain accurate operational records, reports, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Biomass plant ops

Team leadership

Contractor management

Energy efficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent

Tools

Energy monitoring systems

Data logging software

Job description

Kronospan is seeking an experienced Energy Centre Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the energy centre on site in the United Kingdom. You will lead day-to-day operations, manage operators and maintenance activities, and drive energy efficiency, resilience and sustainability across plant systems.

You will ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory standards while coordinating engineering efforts and contractor activities.