RNG Plant Manager - Iowa

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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

Nice to have

Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to landfill gas and renewable energy

Benefits

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)!!