Astute’s Renewables team is proudly partnering with a leading company in the UK biogas market who’re looking to recruit a Commercial Contract General Manager, who will be responsible for managing the companies contractual and commercial operations. Working close with the Head of Operations, you will work across the existing five sites to continue to develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders.
The Commercial Contracts General Manager role comes with a very competitive salary along with the company benefits.
If you have a proven track record in the commercial contract management within the renewable energy or waste management sector, strong knowledge of SHEQ systems and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) and a good financial acumen, then please apply today.
Please only apply if you have a full UK Driving License and are living within the UK.
Responsibilities and duties:
* Lead the negotiation, drafting, and management of commercial contracts with clients, suppliers, and third-party service providers.
* Monitor compliance with existing contractual obligations, ensuring risks are identified, managed, and mitigated effectively.
* Oversee performance against key contractual KPIs, including energy production, maintenance, and safety standards.
* Act as the primary escalation point for resolving contractual disputes and fostering long-term, collaborative partnerships
* Develop and implement a strategic approach to optimise contract performance and profitability.
* Identify new business opportunities and commercial risks, presenting clear recommendations to senior management.
* Ensure adherence to ISO standards (9001, 14001, and 45001) within the contractual and commercial framework
* Other duties as required
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
* Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Chartered Manager, Tech MCIWM) and/or an MBA (desirable)
* NEBOSH or similar Health & Safety qualification (advantageous).
* Full UK driving licence
Personal skills
The Commercial Contracts General Manager role would suit someone who has:
* Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
* In-depth understanding of the renewable energy sector, particularly AD, CHP, or G2G processes
* Proven track record in commercial contract management within the renewable energy or waste management sectors.
* Strong knowledge of SHEQ systems and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001).
* Financial acumen, with experience in managing budgets and driving profitability.
Salary and benefits of the Commercial Contract General Manager role
* Competitive salary depending on experience
* Performance -based incentives
* Comprehensive benefits package
* The chance to join a leading business in the anaerobic digestion sector
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