About the Company: Our client, a leading renewable energy provider in Ireland, is seeking a Plant Manager for its state-of-the-art anaerobic digestion site.
The role offers a significant career opportunity within Ireland's renewable energy landscape. With full operations underway, you will lead the development of a full operational team and set the tone for an efficient and sustainable plant operation.
This is a rare opportunity to build and guide a team across every aspect of the plant's functions, gaining valuable exposure to a forward-thinking board with a strong track record in renewable energy and waste management.
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:
We are seeking a candidate with:
• Proven experience in anaerobic digestion operations at a senior level, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and compliance.
• Qualification in chemical, process, mechanical, or civil engineering (preferably in wastewater) and experience in operations and maintenance of similar facilities.
• Strong leadership skills with a background in team development, appraisals, and nurturing a culture of improvement.
• A committed mindset to enhancing operational efficiency through KPI tracking, process optimizations, and comprehensive reporting.
What's on Offer:
The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary ranging from €80,000 to €100,000 + PA company bonus.