Plant Manager

BIOGEST; Roma; In loco; EUR 32.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

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Training Provided

Equipment Provided

Competitive salary

Descrizione del lavoro

BIOGEST is seeking a hands-on Operations Lead to oversee anaerobic digestion and upgrading systems at either Benevento or Rome. You will monitor critical biological and gas parameters, coordinate maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance while guiding a plant team.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and proactive optimization of processes in a growing bio-methane company. A technical degree and on-site work are required.

Competenze

• Solid technical background with experience operating industrial plants.
• Degree in mechanical, chemical, environmental, or industrial engineering preferred.
• familiarity with biological processes and automated control systems.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily operation of anaerobic digestion and upgrading systems.
• Monitor biological and gas parameters to ensure optimal performance.
• Coordinate maintenance and manage contractors to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with permits, waste traceability, and reporting requirements.
• Lead plant team with focus on safety and clear communication.
• Prepare performance reports for management.

Conoscenze

Anaerobic digestion

Gas production dynamics

SCADA systems

Maintenance tools

Pumps and compressors

Regulatory compliance

Team coordination

Emergency response

Planning skills

Formazione

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Environmental/Industrial)

Degree preferred for biogas/biomethane context

Strumenti

Driver's license

On-call duties readiness

Descrizione del lavoro

BIOGEST® is an international manufacturer of biomethane and biogas plants with headquarters in Austria and subsidiaries in France, Italy, Romania, Serbia, the Czech Republic, the UK and the USA. With a team of more than 80+ highly qualified employees, we have already realized over 180+ biogas plant projects that generate electricity or biomethane worldwide and thus contribute to climate protection.

Location: Benevento or Rome, Employment Type: Full time Start Date: asap

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily operation of the anaerobic digestion and upgrading systems
• Monitor biological and gas parameters
• Coordinate maintenance and manage contractors
• Ensure compliance with permits, waste traceability, and reporting
• Manage consumables, and spare parts
• Lead the plant team and ensure safe working practices
• Prepare performance reports

YOUR BACKGROUND

The ideal candidate has a solid technical background and experience in operating industrial plants, preferably within the biogas/biomethane, wastewater treatment, food processing, or energy sectors. A degree in mechanical, chemical, environmental, or industrial engineering is preferred, along with familiarity with biological processes and automated control systems.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of anaerobic digestion processes and gas production dynamics
• Ability to monitor and interpret biological and gas quality parameters
• Experience with SCADA systems and digital maintenance tools
• Competence with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment (pumps, mixers, compressors, blowers, membranes, chillers)
• Understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance
• Knowledge of environmental permits, traceability, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to coordinate operators and external contractors
• Strong problem-solving attitude and readiness to act in emergencies
• High reliability, safety awareness, and sense of responsibility
• Independent working style with clear communication
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Certifications & Requirements

• Knowledge of HSE procedures and risk assessment
• Valid driving license and availability for on-call duties
• Basic IT skills (Excel, maintenance software, SCADA navigation)

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and hands-on approach
• Analytical mindset with focus on process optimization
• Team-oriented with the ability to motivate colleagues
• Commitment to continuous learning and development
• Availability to be transferred or relocated based on business needs
• Flexibility to support activities across multiple company s

OUR OFFER

We offer a stable and long-term position within a growing bio-methane company, with full support for professional development and safe plant operations.

The company provides all necessary tools, training, and resources to ensure successful performance in the role.

• Training Provided
  • Plant operation and process training
  • Safety courses - SCADA and maintenance software training
• Equipment Provided
  • Full PPE
  • Laptop, phone, and access to plant systems
  • Sampling tools and measurement instruments
• Benefits Covered by the Company
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
  • Paid training and professional certifications
  • Career development and internal growth opportunities

Base salary: 35.000,00 EUR gross per year. Depending on your experience and performance, we are open to discussing a higher starting salary and future increases.