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 performance
• Drive safe, efficient, and reliable RNG production across the site
• Utilize SCADA and HMI systems to monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop Operators and Technicians within a 24/7 operating environment
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health & safety, and operational regulations and procedures
• Manage plant KPIs including uptime, production efficiency, reliability, and safety performance
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Reliability teams to support preventative and corrective maintenance activities
• Lead operational troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support budgeting, operational planning, and capital improvement projects
• Develop and maintain SOPs, operational procedures, and training programs
• Build and maintain a proactive, accountable, and safety-focused culture onsite
• Maintain strong communication across internal departments and external stakeholders where required
• Support staffing plans, scheduling, and operational coverage as needed
• Travel occasionally to support additional facilities or company operations

Requirements:

• Previous experience managing operations within RNG, anaerobic digestion, biogas, landfill gas, wastewater, power generation, or industrial process facilities
• Strong understanding of anaerobic digestion and RNG production systems
• Experience leading teams within 24/7 industrial or process-driven environments
• Familiarity with SCADA/HMI systems and plant process optimization
• Ability to read and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, electrical, mechanical, and piping drawings
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making capabilities
• Proven experience driving safety, compliance, reliability, and operational performance
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to support teams onsite and respond to operational challenges
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in physically demanding industrial environments and varying weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license required

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to join a growing renewable energy platform within the RNG and biogas sector
• Long-term career progression and the chance to play a key role in facility performance and operational growth