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Astute are working on behalf of our client who are one of the world's largest leaders in the Environmental, Waste and Energy Recovery industries to recruit a General Manager for one of their highest performing plants.
The Energy from Waste site in Lincolnshire has a capacity to process 170,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating 13.1MW of power for the surrounding area.
We are looking for a highly accomplished General Manager to manage the day to day operations & maintenance activities including the management of ~40 staff.
If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.
Responsibilities and duties:
As the General Manager you will be responsible for:
- Responsible for the safe & efficient operation of the plant ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and permits.
- Lead a site team of ~40 staff including operators, engineers and support staff.
- Plan for minimising and managing changes in legislation such as PPC, Emissions Monitoring and H&S issues.
- Maximising plant availability and effectiveness to improve profitability.
- Managing the stations budget in order to meet company objectives including achieving five year plan targets.
- Ensure the Health, Safety and Welfare of all staff, support staff and sub-contractors are ensured across the Energy from Waste facility.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
- An Engineering background and relevant qualification such as a Degree/HNC/ONC/HND
- NEBOSH or IOSH or a strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation
- At least five years management experience ideally with relevant management qualifications
Personal skills
The General Manager would suit someone with:
- Experience in a similar industry such as Energy from Waste, Biomass, Power Generation, Petrochemical etc
- Strong technical understanding of the EfW and Waste Management process to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve performance
- Proven track record in delivering results against set KPI's
- Financial experience in management of budgets, P/L accounts, third party contracts
Salary and benefits of the General Manager role
- Competitive Salary
- Car Allowance
- Bonus opportunity
- Pension
- Opportunity to work on a modern Energy from Waste plant
- Further benefits available
INDPOW
Astute Technical Recruitment Limited 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 unsuccessful.
