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Asset Manager - Biogas
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wales
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Astute's Renewables Team is partnered with a leading business within the anaerobic digestion sector, who build and operate a portfolio of plants across the UK. They are looking for an Asset Manager in the Northwest of the UK, who will be responsible for the performance, maintenance planning, long-term value optimisation of their portfolio of anaerobic digestion (AD) plants.
The strategically important Asset Manager role comes with a competitive salary depending on experience, excellent benefits package and the chance to be part of a new build site and an expanding portfolio.
If you're an experienced Asset Manager or have worked as a Plant Manager in anaerobic digestion for 5 years or more, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Asset Manager role
Reporting to the Senior Manager you will:
Monitor and analyse performance KPIs (e.g., gas output, feedstock efficiency, downtime).
Identify underperforming assets and drive performance recovery plans.
Support the implementation of optimisation strategies across the portfolio
Oversee planned and reactive maintenance strategies.
Develop long-term asset lifecycle plans to optimise uptime and budget usage.
Coordinate with site teams to schedule major overhauls and equipment replacements.
Assist in the preparation and management of OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
Track expenditure against budget and justify major capital projects.
Deliver financial reporting and asset valuation input to senior management.
Ensure compliance with environmental permits, health & safety regulations, and industry standards.
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans for critical assets.
Maintain robust asset registers and documentation for audit readiness.
Liaise with operational team, engineers, commercial teams, and external contractors.
Manage relationships with equipment suppliers, insurers, and regulatory bodies.
Support commercial discussions on feedstock supply and digestate outlets as they relate to asset performance.
Contribute to upgrade, repowering, and expansion projects.
Assist in technical due diligence for acquisitions or disposals of AD assets.
Provide input on asset integration strategies during M&A processes.
Other duties as required
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Asset Management, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Full UK driving licence (essential due to site travel)
Personal skills
The Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good time management and organisational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
High level of accuracy in checking & processing information
Ability to form good relationships with colleagues, clients and vendors
Able to work on own initiative and make effective decisions
Proven experience managing industrial or energy assets, preferably in renewable energy or waste sectors.
Understanding of anaerobic digestion processes and plant components.
Strong analytical and reporting skills; ability to interpret technical and financial data.
Knowledge of asset lifecycle principles, preventative maintenance, and
CMMS systems.
Familiarity with environmental and HSE regulations related to AD plants
Salary and benefits of the role
Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Excellent benefits package
The chance to join a leading business with the renewable energy sector
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