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RNG Plant Manager- IOWA
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Clean Fuels
US
Malvern, Iowa, United States
Permanent
On-site

Our client is seeking an RNG Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of a new renewable energy facility in an Iowa town just ~30min from Omaha, NE. This role will manage the plant’s resources, responsible for optimizing plant performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and leading a team of operators and technicians.

 

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing team at the ground floor of a major project, in this role, you're encouraged to run this plant like a small business working in a decentralized model environment.

 

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Responsible for the operations and maintenance of landfill gas collection and control systems (GCCS) supporting a High-BTU landfill gas plant.
  • Supervise and direct technicians, operators, and contractors.
  • Monitor performance and optimize processes to maximize gas recovery, efficiency, uptime, and production.
  • Oversee maintenance, repairs, preventive schedules, and contractor coordination.
  • Manage budgets, inventory, procurement, and supplier contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; lead audits and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop and enforce plant policies, safety procedures, and best practices.
  • Support corporate and site-level goals for safety, performance, and profitability.

 

What You'll Need:

  • 5-10 years of experience Landfill RNG or gas processing facilities.
  • Strong background in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting
  • Experience with rotating equipment, compression systems, or industrial HVAC/chiller systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-disciplined, self-managing, and proactive; comfortable working independently.
  • Bonus points: Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to landfill gas and renewable energy.

 

Why You'll Love this Opportunity:

  • Strong base salary, annual bonus, and STOCK OPTIONS!
  • Full medical, dental, vision benefits + 401k match!
  • Grow the team, overseeing 1–2 operators + wellfield support, with eventual ownership of the site P&L!
  • Be part of a passionate team driving innovation in the exciting RNG/Biogas sector and pushing the waste-to-energy industry forward!
  • Work for a company recognized as a “Great Place to Work” for the past 3 years (CEO, Work/Life Balance, Career Growth, and Compensation)!!
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