ENGIE UK
Assistant Plant Manager - Gorst (Exeter)
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Assistant Plant Manager - Gorst (Exeter)
At ENGIE, we believe the energy transition starts with people who are ready to roll up their sleeves and make a real difference. Our anaerobic digestion facilities turn organic waste into renewable energy, and we need skilled leaders to keep them running at their best.
As Assistant Plant Manager at our Gorst Energy facility, you will play a central role in delivering safe, efficient and sustainable operations. This is a hands-on leadership position where your engineering expertise and people skills combine to drive performance and support the transition to a low-carbon future.
Summary Of What You Will Do
- Support the day-to-day operation of the AD plant, maximising efficiency, uptime and biogas output using SCADA and control systems.
- Coordinate team workloads and maintenance schedules to optimise productivity and minimise unplanned downtime.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager on planned and reactive maintenance of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes and electrical equipment.
- Manage feedstock deliveries, storage and dietary planning to ensure consistent process performance.
- Promote a strong health and safety culture through site inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Ensure compliance with environmental permits and liaise with regulatory bodies on all site obligations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, develop SOPs and support staff training and development.
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What You Will Bring To The Role
- A Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification.
- Proven experience in process plant operations and maintenance.
- Supervisory or management experience within an industrial or energy environment.
- Working knowledge of SCADA systems and computerised maintenance management tools such as Fiix.
- Strong analytical, IT and data reporting skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities with a proactive, hands-on approach.
- A full UK driving licence.
Location
Gorst Energy AD Facility, on site. This is a full-time, site-based role with a 45-hour working week including occasional weekends and on-call availability as required.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary with clear career progression within ENGIE's growing renewable energy portfolio.
- A diverse range of missions spanning operations, maintenance, compliance and people leadership.
- Stimulating, meaningful work that directly contributes to the UK's net-zero ambitions.
- A friendly, supportive team environment where collaboration and knowledge-sharing are valued.
- Flexibility where possible, with a focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
- Access to professional development, training programmes and long-term career opportunities across the ENGIE group.
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Our Commitment
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century!
ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to support you in whatever way we can to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Business Unit: GBU Networks
Division: RGE UK Limited
Legal Entity: ENGIE RENEWABLE GASES UK LIMITED
Company Name: ENGIE UK
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