Energy Plant Operations Manager - Lead Safety & Efficiency

Astute People; Baxterley CP; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Other benefits

Job summary

Astute's Power team is recruiting an Operations Manager for an Energy from Waste Power Station in Atherstone, Warwickshire. The role offers a starting salary of around £65,000 plus bonus and benefits, with responsibilities including safe, efficient plant operation and management of operations staff.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will ensure environmental compliance, coordinate with maintenance, oversee contractors, and contribute to budgeting and stakeholder liaison.

Qualifications

• HNC minimum qualification in an engineering discipline such as Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation
• IOSH or NEBOSH health and safety qualification preferred
• HV Senior Authorised Person is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the power plant
• Manage on-site operations staff and shift teams
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations at all times
• Coordinate with Maintenance Manager on outages and plant improvements
• Oversee third‑party contractors
• Prepare annual budget for the operations department and manage within it
• Liaise with directors, managers and external stakeholders
• Deputise for Plant Manager when required

Skills

Supervisory/management experience

Leadership

Contract management

Budget responsibility

Education

HNC or equivalent in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation)

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

HV Senior Authorised Person (desirable)

Job description

Astute's Power team is recruiting an Operations Manager for an Energy from Waste Power Station in Atherstone, Warwickshire. The role offers a starting salary of around £65,000 plus bonus and benefits, with responsibilities including safe, efficient plant operation and management of operations staff.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will ensure environmental compliance, coordinate with maintenance, oversee contractors, and contribute to budgeting and stakeholder liaison.