Asset Manager

BEAR Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of highway maintenance services is looking for an Asset Manager for their South East Unit in Edinburgh. The role involves managing asset data and inspection teams, ensuring compliance with Performance Indicators, and driving operational performance. Candidates should have a driving license, and experience in road asset management, and hold an IEng qualification. The company offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and a supportive work environment to help employees achieve their full potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Access to employee benefits including annual leave purchase and Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• A full driving licence is essential.
• Previous experience of road asset management.
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) of an Engineering Institution.
• Appreciation of ISO55000.

Responsibilities

• Championing the principles of Asset Management throughout the business.
• Overall responsibility for Inspection requirements, data collection, analysis and recording.
• Line management of asset data and inspection teams.
• Analysis of asset data to identify trends and inform maintenance programmes.

Skills

Driving License

Road Asset Management Experience

Knowledge of ISO55000

Education

Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

Job description

Asset Manager South East

Location: Burghmuir/Queensferry/Bonnyrigg

Category: Asset Management

Full Time / Permanent, 40 Hours per week, Monday Friday

BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of highway maintenance services across Scotland. We manage and maintain over 2,000km of Scotland's trunk road network, tackling just about every imaginable task and working round the clock to help keep Scotland moving.

The South-East Trunk Road Unit spans 506km through some of the busiest sections of the country, from central Scotland to through the Scottish Borders. Trunk roads in the South East range from the major multi-lane motorways across the central belt to roads through villages in the borders.

The South-East Unit includes 870 bridges and structures including the iconic Queensferry Crossing and Forth Road Bridge, as well as other major bridges such as the Kincardine Bridge and Clackmannanshire Bridge.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the South East Unit as our Asset Manager.

As a key member of the contract management team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving both client delivery and operational performance.

As Asset Manager, you'll champion the collection, analysis and use of asset information to inform business decisions. Through your leadership of both the asset data and inspection teams you will ensure accurate and robust information is collected and assessed in the Asset Management Performance System, to inform future programmes of work and budget allocation. You will also be the safeguard for a number of Performance Indicators, ensuring continued contractual compliance.

In addition to these core aspects, the scope of the role has the potential to expand for the right candidate, providing a unique opportunity for professional growth and experience.

Role Includes

• Championing the principles of Asset Management throughout the business
• Overall responsibility for Inspection requirements, data collection, analysis and recording
• Line management of asset data and inspection teams
• Analysis of asset data to identify trends and inform maintenance programmes

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• A full driving licence is essential
• Previous experience of road asset management
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng) of an Engineering Institution
• Appreciation of ISO55000

Why BEAR?

At The Heart Of Our Success Is Our People. Talented, Innovative, And Dedicated Individuals Who Drive Everything We Do. We're Committed To Attracting And Retaining Top Talent By Offering a Supportive And Rewarding Work Environment. In Return, We Provide

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Access to a range of employee benefits including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and our Employee Assistance Programme

We believe in empowering our team to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential. Join a company that inspires you to deliver your best work and supports your journey to evolve and succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to promoting fairness, inclusion, and diversity across all areas of our business.