Plant Manager - Renewable Energy

Experienced in anaerobic digestion and ready to run your own site?

Whether you re an AD Operator, Senior Operator, Team Leader or Supervisor looking to step up, or an established AD Site Manager considering a move, this opportunity puts your practical AD expertise first.

RecruitME is recruiting a Site Manager for an established anaerobic digestion plant on the Isle of Sheppey. You ll lead four operators, supported by a Regional Operations Manager and their team.

It s an opportunity to take ownership of plant performance, develop a small team and stay closely involved in daily operations.

The role

• Manage daily plant operations, maintaining safe, reliable and efficient production.
• Monitor the digestion process, investigate problems and optimise biogas and biomethane output.
• Coordinate planned maintenance, repairs and contractors to minimise downtime.
• Lead, coach and develop four operators.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance, including permit requirements.
• Manage site costs, stock levels and operational reporting.
• Organise the out-of-hours call-out rota and provide cover when required.

What we re looking for

Practical anaerobic digestion experience is essential. You ll understand AD plant operations, recognise process issues and take action to improve performance.

You ll also bring mechanical aptitude, a strong safety mindset and the communication skills to organise a small team.

Previous supervisory experience would be useful, but you don t need to have held a Site Manager title. COTC, IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications are desirable rather than essential.

The plant

The facility processes around 53,500 tonnes of energy crops and locally sourced plant waste annually, producing biomethane for the gas grid and electricity through CHP. Digestate returns to surrounding farmland as fertiliser, supporting a local circular economy.

Salary and benefits

• Up to £65,000, depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata in your first year.
• 5% employer pension contribution, with a salary sacrifice pension option.
• Holiday purchase scheme after two full years of service.
• Carry over up to five days leave into the first quarter of the following year.
• Unum life assurance.
• Medicash Health Cash Plan membership.
• Benenden Health membership.
• Perkbox membership.
• Support from a Regional Operations Manager and their team.

Ready to take the next step in your AD career? Apply or contact RecruitME for a confidential conversation.