Plant Manager - Biomass Power Station

Astute People; Scawby Brook; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global O&M Contractor is seeking a Plant Manager for their Biomass Power Station in Scawby Brook, UK. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage site personnel and budgets, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards. Requirements include a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of senior management experience in energy or large process plants. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Pension

Full benefits available

Qualifications

• At least 5 years senior management experience in a Power Station or Large Process Plant.
• Proven track record in achieving plant KPI's.
• Familiarity with engineering standards such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient facility operation and performance targets.
• Manage site O&M team & third-party contractors.
• Oversee plant improvement opportunities and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Senior management experience

Leadership skills

Budget management

Knowledge of engineering standards

Education

Degree in a relevant Engineering field

HNC / HND / ONC

Tools

IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent

HV SAP / High Voltage Authorised

Job description

Astute's Power Team are working with a leading global O&M Contractor who operates a fleet of Biomass and Energy from Waste facilities across the UK.

The Biomass Power Station in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, is capable of producing around 40MW of electricity, processing 250,000 tonnes of straw per year.

As Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the facilities day to day operations ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and performance against key contractual obligations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensuring that the facility is operated efficiently and that all performance targets are met or exceeded.
• Managing the site O&M team & third‑party contractors, ensuring the plant is run in a safe & efficient manner, in compliance with all internal & external standards & legislation.
• Oversee plant improvement opportunities to increase plant availability and reduce ongoing costs.
• Development and delivery of the O&M strategy on site, including the implementation and execution of planned / unplanned maintenance activity, outages and day to day operations.
• Managing HSE, Quality and Environmental systems in accordance with OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Managing the site's budgets and taking financial responsibility for the plant.
• Ensure that the businesses operating model is implemented across the facility.
• Tracking costs for capital project and outages.
• Managing and developing site personnel.
• Reporting on QHSE, Financial, Operations and Maintenance issues.

Professional Qualifications

• Ideally qualified with a Degree in a relevant Engineering field.
• HNC / HND / ONC or similarly qualified candidates with relevant work experience will be welcome to apply.
• Ideally hold an IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent in Health & Safety.
• HV SAP / High Voltage Authorised would be advantageous.

Personal Skills

• At least 5 years senior management experience on a Power Station or Large Process Plant with Power / Steam Raising plant; Energy from Waste, Biomass, CCGT, CHP, Refinery, Petrochemical etc.
• Strong man‑management and leadership skills with proven experience in successfully achieving plant KPI's.
• Familiar with Engineering standards and legislation such as PSSR, LOLER, PUWER etc.
• Budget/Commercial/Strategic experience.

Salary and Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Pension
• Full benefits available

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.