Assistant Plant Manager - Wastewater & Gas Upgrading

About BTS Bioenergy USA

BTS Bioenergy transforms commercial organic waste into renewable natural gas and soil-enhancing compost through smart, sustainable waste solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

At BTS Bioenergy, we are not just redefining the future–we are rewriting the rules of renewable energy and waste management. Our smart solutions, innovative technology, and steadfast integrity are shaping a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

The Assistant Plant Manager is responsible for assisting the Plant Manager with operational and administrative oversight of an anaerobic digestion plant with wastewater treatment, utilizing Single Source Organics’ (SSO’s), food waste, to produce biomethane. The Assistant Plant Manager will oversee process performance and safety, operations personnel capability development, environmental permit compliance, and operational discipline for a team of eight (8) people.

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and reports on-site in Jessup, Maryland.

• Direct daily activities related to the safe, stable and efficient operation of the facility. Maintain plant operations in full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Oversee the operation of the biological processes associate with Anerobic Digestion (AD) and the wastewater treatment facility – certified with a MD W5A license.
• Make recommendations for operational process changes verifying compliance associated with air, waste and stormwater permitting.
• Communicate with maintenance and engineering support functions ensuring safe, stable and efficient operation of the plant.
• Perform regular checks of plant equipment and determine the need to adjust, repair, and carry out basic service of equipment and machines.
• Ensure site tidiness and good housekeeping/5S throughout the facility with frequent audits.
• Maintain adequate inventory of consumables such as fuels, chemicals, and PPE.
• Maintain constant communication with plant leadership, pertinent information and operational updates.
• Respond to 24/7 365-day operational needs and alarms.

• Direct and prioritize operational and maintenance resourcing based on facility prioritization.
• Monitor the efficient intake and record keeping of organic feedstock materials.
• Collaborate with Human Resource department to complete any new hire, performance management, talent development, schedule, payroll, PTO or employee relation matters.
• Manage and support a team of Wastewater Treatment (WWT) and Gas Upgrade Operators with technical input for all shifts.
• Support supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution.
• Assure the means are in place to develop team member’s knowledge, skills, progression, and productivity.
• Motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and trust to maximize employee productivity, increase retention, and minimize turnover.
• Capitalize on mechanical downtime and collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to implement and optimize operations.
• Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensure the ability to cross train operations staff on WWTP, Centrifuge and gas skid operations.
• Provide progressive disciplinary actions for violations of company Code of Conduct and MBC Site Expectations.

• Utilize our online Work Management Process (WMP) eMaint to generate and track work orders.
• Make routine purchases for operational and maintenance needs.
• Support and lead the development of site documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs).
• Monitor AD feeding records, gas production, digestate, wastewater and other reports/logs and communicate information to your team.
• Audit attendance, overtime (OT), check sheets and PTO usage…