Biogas Plant Operator – Renewable Natural Gas Facility

About the role

We are looking for a hands‑on Plant Operator to run a pilot‑scale Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility in Lombardy. You will be responsible for daily operation of anaerobic digestion and biogas upgrading systems, ensuring safe, stable production of biomethane.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor anaerobic digestion and gas upgrading equipment.
• Manage feedstock input, digestion performance, gas conditioning and biomethane output.
• Track critical parameters (temperature, pressure, methane concentration, flow rates) via SCADA.
• Respond to alarms, troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collect, analyse and report operational data to the Head Office.
• Identify performance improvements and support pilot‑plant optimisation.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and first‑line mechanical inspections.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting (pumps, compressors, valves, digesters, upgrading units) and coordinate specialist contractors.
• Maintain plant cleanliness, compliance documentation and KPI reporting.
• Adhere to Italy and EU health, safety and environmental regulations.

Required profile

• Demonstrable experience in RNG or biogas operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic maintenance capability.
• Experience working with SCADA or similar control systems.
• Ability to work onsite in a pilot‑plant environment and follow safety procedures.

Required skills

• Anaerobic digestion operation
• Biomethane upgrading systems
• SCADA system monitoring
• Mechanical maintenance
• Pump and compressor troubleshooting
• Valve and digesters maintenance