EfW Compliance Contract Manager

Company: Astute People
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Location: Cheshire
Job Description:

Astute are working on behalf of a leading operator of Energy from Waste plants to find an experienced Contract Manager to join on of their newest power stations.

The Energy from Waste site in Cheshire has a capacity to process 600,000 tonnes of waste per year, generating nearly 70MW of power for the surrounding area. As a Fuels Contract Manager, you will responsible for the day to day management of all contracted waste to supply the Energy from Waste Power Station.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties of the Compliance Contract Manager role: Reporting to the Head of Sales, you will be responsible for:

  • Managing Waste Delivery / Supply contracts to the Energy from Waste Power Station
  • Ensuring compliance with contractual terms and Fuel Supply Agreements
  • Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including customers
  • Manage key client and account relationships
  • Support the commercial team with negotiations and contract administration with both new and existing customers
  • Attend fuel supply delivery and planning meetings as required
  • Support portfolio EFW contracts as required

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

  • It would be advantageous to have a relevant Business, Finance or Commercial Degree
  • Full UK Driving licence
  • Relevant Waste sector qualification would be advantageous

Personal skills The Compliance Contract Manager role would suit someone who has:

  • At least five years’ experience in a similar contract management role in a waste sector environment, this could include local authorities, logistics co-ordination, Energy Recovery Facility supply or procurement
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages
  • Excellent stakeholder management
  • Experience in managing complex legal contracts

Salary and benefits of the Compliance Contract Manager role

  • Highly competitive salary (ask for further details)
  • Bonus Package
  • Pension
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Opportunity to join a brand new Energy from Waste Plant
  • Hybrid working arrangements

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Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted: April 1st, 2026