Commissioning Manager - Anaerobic Digestion

Lanesra Technical Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Manager for a new anaerobic digestion site in Northampton. The ideal candidate will have engineering qualifications and site experience in commissioning, preferably in similar sectors. Key responsibilities include managing commissioning activities, ensuring safety compliance, and leading training efforts. The role offers a competitive salary of £85,000 to £95,000 plus bonus and car allowance, playing a crucial part in the UK's transition to renewable energy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Bonus package

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification (Electrical, Mechanical or Process) or other relevant qualification.
• Site experience in commissioning, preferably in Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas or Bioenergy.
• Previous experience as a Commissioning Manager within a process industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all commissioning and planning activities.
• Carry out commissioning activities personally.
• Prepare training plans and deliver training where appropriate.

Skills

Engineering qualification (Electrical, Mechanical or Process)

Site experience in commissioning, preferably in Anaerobic Digestion

Previous experience as a Commissioning Manager

Experience managing commissioning teams

Knowledge of Construction Contracts

Risk & Opportunity Management experience

Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety

Job description

Position

Commissioning Manager - Anaerobic Digestion

Location

Northamptonshire

Guide Salary

£85,000 - £95,000 Plus Bonus, Car Allowance & Package

Client Overview

Our client is a leading UK-based renewable energy company specializing in the production of biomethane through anaerobic digestion. By partnering closely with local farmers, they convert agricultural and organic waste into clean, green energy while generating valuable by-products such as nutrient-rich bio-fertiliser and high-purity green CO₂. This closed‑loop approach supports sustainable agriculture, drives rural economic development, and advances the circular economy. With several projects already under development across the United Kingdom, their ambition is to become the country's leading producer of biomethane and to supply up to 25% of the UK’s total output. In doing so, it plays a key role in supporting the Government’s target to quadruple biomethane production and in delivering long‑term value for local communities while accelerating the UK’s transition to net zero.

Role Profile

The Commissioning Manager will deliver the commissioning planning and commissioning activities of a new site in Northampton with an additional site in Leicester to follow. You will provide ownership of the commissioning process through all stages of the project, including the management of multiple process engineering subcontractors and technology providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Day to day management and coordination of all commissioning and commissioning planning activities, including planning for process commissioning and testing.
• Carrying out commissioning activities personally.
• Achieve fast and effective handovers (including the timely delivery of all commissioning documentation, training, etc).
• Develop and operate an optimised interface with the engineering team to ensure "design for commissioning".
• Prepare training plans, organise specialist training by equipment suppliers and personally deliver training where appropriate.
• Encourage and manage off‑site testing and pre‑commissioning activities by suppliers or others.
• Ensure commissioning is carried out safely in accordance with regulations and procedures.
• Ensure all necessary commissioning documentation is produced in a timely manner and co‑operate with Technical Documentation teams to ensure timely delivery of O&M manuals.
• Drive efficiencies and operate tight change control procedures.
• Develop and improve commissioning processes and systems.
• Write work instructions and ensure they are kept up to date.
• Monitor the safe and correct use of equipment and the correct use of PPE.
• Ensure control of contractors and permit to work system.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Engineering qualification (Electrical, Mechanical or Process) or other relevant qualification.
• Site experience in commissioning, preferably in Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas or Bioenergy.
• Previous experience as a Commissioning Manager within a process industry and similar size of company.
• Experience managing commissioning teams.
• Knowledge of Construction Contracts, ideally NEC and/or IChemE, with ability to negotiate and administer.
• Risk & Opportunity Management experience.
• Working knowledge of CDM and construction Health & Safety.

Keywords: Lead Commissioning Engineer, Manager, Electrical, EICA, Mechanical, Process, Chemical, Management, Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas, Bioenergy, Biomethane, Renewable Energy, Energy from Waste, Sludge Treatment, Water, Sewage