Operations Manager

3 months ago


Burghead, United Kingdom Astute People Full time

Earn up to £67,000, benefit from a 13% pension, and enjoy relocation assistance at Rothes CoRDe’s Biomass Combined Heat & Power (CHP) Station in Rothes, Scotland. This key role at a plant processing 130,000 tons of biomass annually—powering over 9,000 homes with 7MW of electricity—offers a dynamic work environment in the power generation sector.


Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.

Why you’ll love this role:

  • Competitive salary up to £67,000
  • Generous 13% pension scheme
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Comprehensive benefits package

What you’ll be doing:

  • Manage day-to-day operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable station performance.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations at all times.
  • Collaborate with the Maintenance/Engineering Manager on projects, maintenance, and plant improvements.
  • Monitor plant efficiency daily and direct operations staff for optimal performance.
  • Prepare and manage the annual Operations department budget.

What we want from you:

  • HNC or higher in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is advantageous.
  • Experience in power generation sectors like Biomass, CHP, Energy from Waste, Coal, or CCGT.
  • Knowledge of environmental permits and health and safety regulations.
  • Extensive experience with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) procedures.

Apply now to join a team dedicated to innovation and operational excellence in the power sector.