Thalia Waste Management is looking for a Plant Manager to join our leadership team at Allerton Waste Recovery Park, a cutting-edge site that combines Energy from Waste (EfW), Anaerobic Digestion, and Mechanical Treatment to recover value from residual waste. This critical leadership role reports directly to the Site Account Director.
Location: Allerton Waste Recovery Park, Moor Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0SD
Working Hours: Monday‑Friday 8am‑4pm
Responsibilities
* Lead all operations across EfW, Mechanical Treatment, and Anaerobic Digestion facilities.
* Take P&L ownership and drive site‑wide operational performance.
* Act as Senior Authorised Person (SAP).
* Serve as the site’s process safety expert, embedding best‑in‑class standards.
* Manage complex assets across construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance stages.
* Represent Thalia to external partners including the client and key contractors.
Requirements
* Strong track record in leading large operational teams in high‑risk environments.
* In‑depth knowledge of thermal and biological waste treatment processes.
* Process Safety expertise, ideally with SAP authorisation.
* P&L and commercial accountability experience.
* Engineering qualifications and deep understanding of steam, turbine, and boiler operations.
* Calm, ethical and influential leadership style with the ability to drive continuous improvement.
Benefits
* Entry into Company bonus scheme – up to 10%
* Contributory pension up to 8%
* Private medical cover (single)
* Company car or car allowance (£493 per month)
* 25 days annual leave
* Annual opportunity to buy additional annual leave (up to 5 days)
* Life assurance: 4 × annual salary
* Flexible benefits via Bravo Benefits platform
* Free parking
Inclusion
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate and provide reasonable adjustments for disabilities.
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