Pilot Plant Manager

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Pilot Plant Manager

Incredibly exciting pilot plant role / pilot plant manager role. Leeds high tech, innovative business involved in chemical, oil & gas, process industries – a sustainable business with novel technology that has an amazing impact on the environment.

Near Leeds, commutable from Leeds, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Bradford, Batley, Yorkshire region.

Salary TBC we anticipate £50,000 – £60,000.

• Develop new processes, test, report and analyse results.
• Run trials, analyse reports and findings.
• Maintain a hands‑on role with a ‘get stuck in’ mentality and technical curiosity.
• Oversee safety, budget control, scheduling and compliance.
• Liaise closely with subcontractors for maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Manage contractors, suppliers and regulatory interactions (COMAH, REACH, waste regulations).
• Navigate ambiguity and problem‑solve on the ground when things don’t go exactly to plan.

• Flexible on background – technically curious and passionate about making a difference.
• Any exposure to process industries (chemical, plastics, polymer, oil & gas, petrochemical, pharma, biotech) would be beneficial.
• Practical knowledge of regulatory frameworks (COMAH, REACH, environmental, safety) would be beneficial but not essential.
• Intellectual agility and problem‑solving mindset able to learn fast and adapt on the fly.

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