Operations Manager

Company: enfinium Ltd
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Location: Knottingley
Job Description:

About The Role

What you will be doing? Please see below a brief overview of the role and the responsibilities.

  • Manages all operational aspects of the plant including recruitment, induction, appraisal and training of operational staff in accordance with Company procedures.
  • Meet agreed organisational performance plans within agreed budgets and timescales.
  • Monitor and, where possible, improve plant, processes and labour productivity.
  • Propose technically competent and commercially feasible plant and process developments.
  • Responsible for developing, maintaining and implementing operating and emergency procedures.
  • Available to be called in during emergency situations and manage plant breakdowns when necessary.
  • Manage and control departmental expenditure within agreed budgets through regular accounts reviews and forecasts.
  • Analyse and implement cost reductions and develop plans to improve financial performance.
  • Assist the General/Plant Manager in developing operational and maintenance budgets and strategies.
  • Ensure all activities in the plant are carried out with the highest regard for the health, safety & environmental consideration and well-being of all employees and customers on site.
  • Ensure compliance with the site Environmental Permit and other Environmental Legislation.
  • As a Senior Authorised Person, be responsible for the Safety Rules and their implementation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role has supervisory responsibilities for Operations Staff (Shift and Day Ops).

Desirable Qualifications & Competencies

  • Degree or Higher National Diploma / Certificate or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline (mechanical or electrical)
  • Extensive experience of managing a sizeable multi-disciplined process operation with a good technical understanding of combustion, steam and water systems and the effective and safe operation of a power plant.
  • A proven hands‑on leader capable of motivating and inspiring a team to work enthusiastically, with good communication and organisational skills, able to manage, coach and motivate the operations team.
  • Self‑driven with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Experience of managing budgets and in training and development of staff.
  • Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, regulations, guidance and systems relating to the applications and technology being managed.
  • Ability to work independently, be self‑motivated and take the initiative where required.

Employee Benefits

  • Vitality Private Medical Care
  • Private Dental Care
  • Life Assurance
  • Company pension with a 6% company contribution
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Electric Vehicle Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Uniform provided
  • Continuous learning and development through our e‑learning portal and access to role‑based qualifications

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Posted: April 14th, 2026