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Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider in the energy sector, dedicated to delivering sustainable energy solutions and operational excellence, to recruit an Operations Manager for its biomass power plant in Sheffield.
This Operations Manager role comes with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
If you're an Operations Manager looking to join an organisation that places safety, reliability and professional development at the heart of its operations, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Manager role
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will:
Oversee the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the biomass-fired combined heat and power plant.
Lead and manage the operations team to achieve generation and availability targets.
Ensure all plant processes, including turbine and boiler systems, are operated within environmental and safety standards.
Maintain accurate operational logs and performance records.
Support and implement the site's maintenance strategy, including both planned and reactive activities.
Manage compliance with statutory regulations such as LOLER and PUWER.
Oversee environmental reporting, emission monitoring and permit compliance.
Promote and enforce safe systems of work, risk assessments and operational procedures.
Manage the identification and procurement of essential spares and consumables.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Qualified to at least ONC level or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
Strong understanding of plant operations, process flow and maintenance systems.
Proven experience in a power generation, waste incineration, or chemical processing environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop small teams in a technical setting.
Excellent knowledge of safety systems, operational standards and environmental compliance.
Capable of conducting audits, inspections and investigations to ensure continuous improvement.
Personal skills
The Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:
A proactive and hands-on leader with strong communication skills.
Committed to maintaining a positive and safe working culture.
Technically competent with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise multiple operational demands.
Dedicated to supporting sustainability and operational excellence within the renewable energy sector.
Salary and benefits of the Operations Manager role
Competitive salary and benefits package.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Long service awards and employee recognition programme.
Flexible benefits package.Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessfulDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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