Plant Manager

November 22, 2025
£80000 - £80000
Urgent

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations and drive efficiency within an industrial renewable energy from waste site in Central Scotland.

This permanent role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits for a motivated professional in the power generation sector.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the industrial renewable energy sector. The company operates as part of a medium-sized enterprise, offering a professional working environment and a commitment to operational excellence.

Description

  • Delivery of operational performance that meets or exceeds the expectations of the Board of Directors and, at a minimum, meets the requirements of the contract with the asset owner.
  • Delivery of operational and maintenance activities in accordance with all statutory legislation and EH&S regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Continuous development of a proactive EH&S culture at aligned with all operating companies including continuous improvement in performance and reporting.
  • Work with the operational teams to improve the overall operational efficiency, reliability and output of the site, meeting or exceeding all key performance indicators, to maximise returns to the client.
  • Daily Management of both the EFW and MRF including supervision of the senior staff and administration functions in-line with company procedures and systems.
  • Accomplish financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analysing variances; initiating corrective actions.
  • Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment; developing personal growth opportunities. Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring,

Profile

A successful Plant Manager should have:

  • Extensive senior operational management experience, ideally within a similar power generation environment.
  • Operational experience of gasification plants would be advantageous.
  • Qualification in an Engineering discipline (relevant to the waste industry or power industry) or equivalent experience (would be beneficial)
  • Knowledge and experience of QEH&S management systems, implementation and continuous improvement and their relationship to the relevant laws and regulations.
  • NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA, etc., qualifications are advantageous.
  • Knowledge and experience of Standard Operating Procedures, permit systems and their implementation and operation.
  • Knowledge and experience of Maintenance Management systems and improvement tools and their implementation.
  • Team development to include, recruitment, performance management, coaching and supervision.
  • You must have the drive and motivation to be successful in leading a skilled power generation team.

Job Offer

  • Salary ranging from 80,000 to 85,000 per annum.
  • Life Assurance – 4x your basic annual salary.
  • Company expenses covered.
  • Pension Scheme with 4% employee and 5% employer contributions.
  • 25 days of holiday leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in Central Scotland within the industrial renewable energy sector. If you are passionate about leading a team and optimising plant performance, we encourage you to apply today!

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