Gas Plant Manager

Gas Plant Manager

Waste Connections – Loess Hills Landfill

Location: Malvern, IA

Pay Range: $115,000/yr + cash/stock bonus

Waste Connections is hiring!

We are looking for a high-impact Gas Plant Manager to lead and optimize operations at our renewable natural gas (RNG) / landfill gas facility. This is a critical leadership role responsible for plant performance, safety, compliance, and team development. This opportunity is ideal for a proven leader who thrives in industrial environments and is passionate about operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay & Bonus Structure

Career Growth – Leadership visibility and advancement opportunities

Excellent Benefits:

- Medical, Dental, Vision

- 401(k) with company match

- Paid Time Off & Holidays

Strong Company Culture – Built on integrity, safety, and teamwork

The Role (What You'll Do)

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a Team of Plant Operators and oversee daily operations of the gas plant ensuring optimal uptime and efficiency

Monitor and optimize gas processing systems including compressors and related equipment

Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements

Drive a safety-first culture and proactively identify hazards

Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues to minimize downtime

Manage plant budgets, inventory, and vendor relationships

Analyze plant data and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Partner with landfill and corporate teams to align performance goals

Lead audits, inspections, and compliance reporting

Develop and maintain SOPs and operational best practices

Additional Expectations:

Provide on-call leadership support during upset or emergency conditions

Primarily a day-role leadership position with occasional operational support as needed

What We Need From You

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

5+ years of experience in gas plant or industrial operations

Several years of leadership experience managing technicians/operators

Strong knowledge of gas processing systems and plant operations

Experience with SCADA and control systems

Proven track record improving plant performance and safety outcomes

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in landfill gas, RNG, or biogas facilities

Maintenance planning and outage scheduling experience

Familiarity with CMMS systems and regulatory reporting

Core Competencies:

Strong leadership and team-building skills

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong communication skills

We Keep Our Promises! Waste Connections empowers employees with a culture built on respect, reliability, and integrity.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.