Site Operations Manager - biomethane to grid

We are looking for a site Operations Manager with WAMITAB L4 COTC who will be based at our brand new gas to grid site near Wincanton, Somerset. The role also offers a chance to train on and operate some of our other sites across the UK.

After completing training, the role involves taking full onsite responsibility for an operations team of 3-4, tasked with the operation and up-keep of the site and management of feedstock. This role involves periods of lone working and the successful candidate will be motivated and driven to work and overcome challenges unsupervised.

A typical day at a BioWatt Site will consist of the following and the site Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring they are carried out by the team to a high standard.

• Using a JCB telehandler to load the hopper with feedstock


• Ensuring the feedstock clamps are kept to high standards of cleanliness and ensure clamp losses are minimised by good working practices.


• Completing daily/weekly checks of the plant and equipment using our dedicated app


• Ensuring all light maintenance is completed and recorded


• Work with our in house maintenance team to ensure issues and breakdowns are responded to promptly and efficiently


• Keeping the site tidy as you work and reporting any health and safety issues


• Maintaining and recording supplies/ spares on site


• During harvest and delivery periods, overseeing and recording reception of loads and on site clamping activities


• Monitoring and record keeping to ensure the site remains compliant with all requirements


• Communicating with the wider UK Operations Team to share knowledge and help problem solving


This is a full-time position which also includes being on-call on a rota basis with call-out payments on top of salary.

The following skills and experience are preferred but not essential:

• Telehandler driving experience and certificate


• Clamp management and best practices


• Experience of conducting daily checks and light maintenance routines (greasing etc)


• Confident using smartphone and apps


• Confident using a computer and spreadsheets


• Previous experience leading a small team


A full UK driving licence is required.

Our Operations Team has been growing over the last few years and BioWatt offers opportunities for growth and career development. You would be joining a growing but close team who value teamwork and helping each other get the job done.