Chief Operations Officer — Biogas Plant Operations

Calan; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Work tools

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Calan in Warsaw is seeking a Chief Operations Officer to lead biogas plant operations in Poland. The role drives strategic execution, optimizes production processes, and manages cross-functional teams to ensure profitability and compliance.

The position requires English proficiency, 5+ years in a similar role, and strong negotiation and leadership skills. A company car and tools are provided along with a fixed salary and quarterly bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of processes for renewable energy investments.
• Proficiency in English.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to lead and manage teams.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operating area to maximize efficiency and profitability of biogas plants.
• Implement strategy through planning, tasks, goals and supervision.
• Supervise annual and long-term operation plans for biogas plants and production.
• Ensure maximum biogas production via fermentation process using substrates, waste and supplements.
• Maintain technical efficiency and optimize service costs.
• Conduct necessary tests on substrates, waste and digestate.
• Ensure legal compliance and HACCP-related recommendations.
• Develop operational and investment plans.
• Manage relationships with external partners, government bodies and financial institutions.
• Coordinate activities of all departments and teams with other company units.
• Prepare annual operating and capital budgets.
• Execute strategic projects.
• Develop plans aligned with strategic goals.
• Report to the management board.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Negotiation skills

Willingness to travel

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Calan in Warsaw is seeking a Chief Operations Officer to lead biogas plant operations in Poland. The role drives strategic execution, optimizes production processes, and manages cross-functional teams to ensure profitability and compliance.

The position requires English proficiency, 5+ years in a similar role, and strong negotiation and leadership skills. A company car and tools are provided along with a fixed salary and quarterly bonus.