About the Company
Our client, one of Ireland's leading renewable energy providers, is seeking a Plant Manager for what will soon be one of Ireland's largest anaerobic digestion sites.
About the Opportunity
As the Plant Manager, you will be the inaugural operational appointment at this state-of-the-art facility, allowing you to lead the development of a full operational team and set the tone for an efficient and sustainable plant operation.
Key Responsibilities
* Operational Oversight: Lead daily plant operations to ensure optimal performance, maintaining rigorous standards in health, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Process Efficiency: Oversee intake, processing, and output, managing biological stability, and process quality, while meeting regulatory standards.
* Stakeholder Management: Serve as the main contact for regulatory bodies and key partners, ensuring clear communication and ongoing compliance.
* Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and guide the operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Reporting & Compliance: Ensure accurate, timely reporting, including board-level summaries, and adherence to EPA, DAFM, ISO, and HSE standards.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Experience: Proven experience in anaerobic digestion operations at a senior level, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and compliance.
* Technical Skills: Qualification in chemical, process, mechanical, or civil engineering (preferably in wastewater) and experience in operations and maintenance of similar facilities.
* People Management: Strong leadership skills with a background in team development, appraisals, and nurturing a culture of improvement.
* Continuous Improvement Mindset: Committed to enhancing operational efficiency through KPI tracking, process optimizations, and comprehensive reporting.
What's on Offer
€80,000 - €100,000 + PA Company bonus