Operations Manager

Operations Manager – New Build Energy from Waste Power Station

Up to £80,000 + bonus up to 20% + benefits

Tilbury, Essex

SCINERGY Recruitment are supporting the appointment of an Operations Manager for a new build Energy from Waste power station in Tilbury. Once built this site will process over 350,000 tonnes of waste per year generating enough electricity to power over 90,000 homes.

This is a key leadership role within the operations team during the final construction, commissioning and transition into full commercial operation.

This position will play a pivotal role in shaping operational performance, embedding standards, and ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient running of the facility from day one.

Key responsibilities:

* Lead and develop the Operations Department, including Shift Team Leaders, Plant Operators and Outside Operators

* Drive safe, compliant and efficient plant operations in line with environmental permit requirements

* Work closely with the HSEQ Manager to ensure full understanding and adherence to site procedures and regulatory standards

* Monitor plant performance, identify trends and report operational KPIs to senior stakeholders

* Ensure full compliance with Environmental Agency and National Grid requirements

* Conduct performance reviews, appraisals and ongoing coaching of operations staff

* Deputise for the Plant Manager during absence or leave periods

Candidate requirements:

* Proven experience in a Shift Team Leader, or Operations Manager role within power generation (EfW, biomass, coal or CCGT backgrounds considered)

* HNC/ONC/BTEC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar

* Strong understanding of plant operations, process safety and commercial drivers

* Working knowledge of environmental compliance and regulatory frameworks within the EfW / waste sector

* Experience managing or contributing to operational budgets (desirable)

* NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (desirable)

Package:

* Basic salary up to £76,000

* Local allowance circa £4,694

* Bonus up to 20%

* Private medical cover

* Company pension scheme

* Opportunity to join a new build facility at a critical stage of construction and commissioning

For further information or to apply, please contact Steve Utton at SCINERGY Recruitment on (phone number removed) or click apply now