Astute''s Power team are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to join the Operator / End Client across 2 projects including Waste to Energy and Anaerobic Digestions.The Operations Manager comes with a day rate from 450.00 to 500.00 per day Inside IR35.Role responsibilities and key skills for the role: Provide immediate operational leadership across the MT and AD plants, ensuring safe and efficient performance from day oneMaintain plant availability, throughput and compliance in line with KPIs, permits and contractual requirementsLead and support operational teams, reinforcing a strong safety-first cultureEnsure continued adherence to Thalia policies, procedures and the Integrated Management System (IMS)Manage operational resourcing, shift cover and short-term priorities to maintain continuityOversee incident, near-miss and non-conformance reporting, working closely with HSEQ and site leadershipProvide clear, accurate operational reporting to senior management and stakeholdersSupport audits, inspections and regulator engagement as requiredPlay a key role during outages, maintenance coordination or operational issues, providing hands-on support and decision-making.Must hold a WAMITAB level 4 certificate (may look at candidates with WAMITAB level 2/3)Must have a good understanding of the waste industry.Proven track record of managing day-to-day operations within the waste industry.Location, day rate and timeframe of the Operations Manager position: Milton Keynes area