Operations Manager

BerQ RNG Inc.; North Bangor (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance incentive bonus

Comprehensive Medical, Dental coverage

401k Retirement Plan with companymatch

Paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

BerQ RNG is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee two RNG facilities near Malone, NY, directing biogas production, digestion, and wastewater management. The role requires coordinating with HR, Accounting, Engineering, Safety, and Environmental Compliance to ensure safe, efficient operation.

You will lead plant production, supervise operators, ensure training and compliance, and drive performance improvements while maintaining 24/7 staffing. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• College/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent facility management experience required.
• Experience in the management, operation, and maintenance of anaerobic digester facilities.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in biogas plant operations.
• Experience working with biogas bright upgraders.
• Experience reading PFDs, P&ID, mechanical, electrical, and piping drawings.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities; health and safety oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Run the plant and all related operations, using SCADA/HMI for real-time monitoring.
• Monitor, manage, and improve facility production and safety.
• Train, supervise, and ensure safety and compliance of operators/technicians.
• Direct site operations and coordinate with HR, Accounting, Engineering, Reliability, Development, Asset Management, and Maintenance.
• Assist with annual business planning, budgeting, and capital expenditures.
• Foster a proactive, professional environment for all personnel.
• Communicate daily with Operators/Technicians to resolve issues.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and functioning properly.
• Conduct training audits to ensure QA, safety, and SOP adherence.
• Respond to issues from initial call to resolution with managers/regulators.
• Fill in for vacations/calls and cover additional needs.
• Follow all safety rules and support safety initiatives.
• Recruit, hire, and train new staff; oversee daily workflow and performance evaluations.
• Handle disciplinary actions per policy; ensure 24/7 plant staffing and coverage.
• Willing to travel up to 25% to other plant sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Biogas operations

Safety oriented

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Task delegation

MS Office proficiency

Roll-up-the-sleeves attitude

Driver's license

Education

College/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent facility management experience

Experience in management, operation, and maintenance of anaerobic digester facilities

Minimum 5 years in biogas plant operations

Experience with biogas upgrading

Experience reading PFDs, P&ID, mechanical, electrical, piping drawings

Job description

What makes Berq RNG great? Our People! Each employee contributes to creating a clean and safe environment, improving the lives of people around the world. Come join us on this exciting journey as we work towards a more sustainable future!

About Berq RNG

BerQ RNG builds and develops renewable natural gas projects in addition to buying and selling renewable natural gas. BerQ RNG is structured to contribute positively to the environment by using biogas that is currently flared into the atmosphere. Throughout North America, thousands of locations are flaring biogas because it is not pure enough or economical enough to use. We consider this a waste of resources and aim to eliminate this practice in North America. We have developed a business model that can use these resources economically and, as such, can earn money for our investors while cleaning up the environment. For more information on BerQ RNG, please visit our website at www.berqrng.com.

Job Description

BerQ RNG is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee all plant operations, including but not limited to receiving and processing manure or feedstock for digester receiving, the production of biogas, renewable natural gas, digestate, and wastewater management in the performance of their job duties, including but not limited to responding to issues as they arise. This includes activities involving communicating and coordinating effectively with key BerQ departments such as HR, Accounting, Engineering, Reliability, Development, Asset Management, Equipment Maintenance, Safety, and Environmental Compliance.

This role works seamlessly with all functions and support systems within BerQ RNG. This is a hands-on leadership position that leads the plant production of biogas and renewable natural gas, ensuring a safe, efficient, and reliable operation.

This position will oversee two (2) RNG facilities and is based in or around Malone, NY

Responsibilities:

• Run the plant and all related operations - utilize SCADA and HMI systems to oversee all plant processes, ensuring accurate and real-time data monitoring and plant operation.
• Monitor, manage, and improve facility production and all site safety-related items.
• Responsible for all operators and technicians’ training, safety, and compliance.
• Assist and direct all site operations and related matters.
• Assist leaders with the preparation of the annual business plan and expenses, and capital budgets.
• Establish and maintain a proactive and professional environment for all personnel.
• Communicate daily and promptly with Operators and Technicians to resolve daily issues.
• Assist operators and technicians to ensure all equipment is being used and in proper working condition.
• Conduct training audits to ensure quality assurance, safety awareness, and SOP adherence.
• Responsible for responding to issues and concerns from the first call, signatures from managers and city officials/regulators, until completion.
• Fill in for any vacations or call-offs and any additional coverage.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures and support all safety initiatives.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure the plant is staffed and supported 24/7.
• Willingness to travel to other plant facilities up to 25% of the time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills:

• College/Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent facility management experience.
• Experience in the management, operation, and maintenance of anaerobic digester facilities
• Minimum 5 years of experience in biogas plant operations.
• Experience working with biogas bright upgraders.
• Experienced in reading PFDs, P&ID, mechanical, electrical, and piping drawings.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning abilities. Health and Safety oriented.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, sales, and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Flexibility to do what needs to be done with a roll-up-the-sleeves attitude.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 100lbs.
• Sitting 50% of the time.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms,
• kneel, climb ladders, and squat for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights up to 75 feet, in confined spaces, and in adverse temperatures and
• weather conditions.

Working Conditions:

• Work outdoors in different weather conditions when needed.
• Exposure to odors.
• Handling manure and decomposing organic materials.

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, BerQ RNG offers:

• Annual performance incentive bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental health coverage for you and your family.
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A culture that values teamwork, collaboration, and opportunity for growth and development.

BerQ RNG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a work environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. BerQ RNG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the US with no restrictions.