RNG Plant Manager

AD Energy Recruitment is partnering with a growing organisation in the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and anaerobic digestion sector to appoint an RNG Plant Manager for a large-scale biogas facility based in Fulton, Michigan.This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations across feedstock receiving, anaerobic digestion, RNG production, digestate management, and wastewater treatment within a 24/7 operational environment.The RNG Plant Manager will be responsible for driving plant performance, operational reliability, safety, compliance, and team leadership while working closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Reliability, Environmental Compliance, and senior leadership teams.This opportunity would suit an experienced operations leader from the RNG, biogas, wastewater, power generation, landfill gas, or broader industrial process sectors who thrives in fast-paced plant environments and enjoys building strong operational cultures onsite.Key Responsibilities:Lead all day-to-day plant operations and oversee overall facility performanceDrive safe, efficient, and reliable RNG production across the siteUtilize SCADA and HMI systems to monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize operationsLead, mentor, and develop Operators and Technicians within a 24/7 operating environmentEnsure compliance with all environmental, health & safety, and operational regulations and proceduresManage plant KPIs including uptime, production efficiency, reliability, and safety performanceCoordinate closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Reliability teams to support preventative and corrective maintenance activitiesLead operational troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiativesSupport budgeting, operational planning, and capital improvement projectsDevelop and maintain SOPs, operational procedures, and training programsBuild and maintain a proactive, accountable, and safety-focused culture onsiteMaintain strong communication across internal departments and external stakeholders where requiredSupport staffing plans, scheduling, and operational coverage as neededTravel occasionally to support additional facilities or company operationsRequirements:Previous experience managing operations within RNG, anaerobic digestion, biogas, landfill gas, wastewater, power generation, or industrial process facilitiesStrong understanding of anaerobic digestion and RNG production systemsExperience leading teams within 24/7 industrial or process-driven environmentsFamiliarity with SCADA/HMI systems and plant process optimizationAbility to read and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, electrical, mechanical, and piping drawingsStrong leadership, communication, and decision-making capabilitiesProven experience driving safety, compliance, reliability, and operational performanceHands-on leadership style with the ability to support teams onsite and respond to operational challengesStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsComfortable working in physically demanding industrial environments and varying weather conditionsValid driver's license requiredWhat's on Offer:Competitive compensation packageAnnual performance bonus opportunityRelocation assistance availableComprehensive medical and dental coverage401(k) with company matchPaid time off and holidaysOpportunity to join a growing renewable energy platform within the RNG and biogas sectorLong-term career progression and the chance to play a key role in facility performance and operational growth

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