Energy-from-Waste Plant Manager: Safety & Efficiency

Astute People; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation company in York is seeking a Plant Manager to provide strategic leadership for operations at their Energy from Waste site. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £90,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and bonus. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience in high-risk industries, sound technical knowledge, and a proven track record in process safety and P&L accountability. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital energy sector.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Medical insurance

Opportunity to join a leading energy company

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large operational teams within high-risk or process-intensive industries.
• Demonstrated expertise in process safety management, ideally holding SAP authorisation.
• Track record of P&L ownership and delivering measurable operational and commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all site operations.
• Oversee the management of Energy-from-Waste and associated facilities.
• Take accountability for site P&L performance.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Leadership in high-risk industries

Technical understanding of steam systems

Expertise in process safety management

P&L ownership

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline

Job description

A leading power generation company in York is seeking a Plant Manager to provide strategic leadership for operations at their Energy from Waste site. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £90,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and bonus. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience in high-risk industries, sound technical knowledge, and a proven track record in process safety and P&L accountability. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital energy sector.