Asset Manager

Ponticelli; Westhill; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS (Ponticelli) is seeking an Asset Manager to oversee strategic and operational asset performance across sites in the UK. The role focuses on developing asset management strategies, leading maintenance programs, and ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background with extensive asset management experience in energy or related sectors, plus strong leadership and budgeting skills to optimise asset value and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive asset management experience in energy or related industry.
• Experience leading maintenance programs and managing budgets.
• Desirable: BOSIET/FOET and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management strategies to improve performance and lifecycle value.
• Lead maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Monitor asset/site performance metrics and make data-driven optimisation decisions.
• Manage budgets, cost control, reporting and investment planning for upgrades.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations and safety teams to ensure asset integrity and risk management.
• Conduct RCA and risk assessments to resolve performance issues and drive improvements.
• Lead asset investment plans, prioritising capital projects and approvals.
• Stay updated with industry trends to keep asset management innovative.

Skills

Leadership

Analytics

Asset mgmt software

Budgeting

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (Desirable)

Tools

Asset management software

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

PBS (Ponticelli) is currently recruiting for an Asset Manager who will be responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of assets/sites, ensuring their optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards, developing and executing asset management strategies, leading maintenance and improvement initiatives, and coordinating with various teams to drive asset value and operational excellence.

• Develop and implement comprehensive asset management strategies to enhance asset performance, reliability, and lifecycle value.
• Lead and manage maintenance programs to ensure assets are maintained according to best practices and regulatory requirements, minimizing downtime and extending asset life.
• Monitor and analyse asset/site performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimise operations and address performance issues.
• Manage the asset management budget, including cost control, financial reporting, and investment planning for asset improvements and upgrades.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, and safety teams to ensure asset integrity, compliance with safety regulations, and effective risk management.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and risk assessments to identify and resolve complex asset performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead the development and execution of asset investment plans, including prioritizing capital projects and securing necessary approvals.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure the asset management approach remains innovative and aligned with industry standards.
• Conduct regular offshore and site visits, participate in the Emergency Response Duty Rota and act as delegated authority for the Deputy GMOC Director, as required.

Qualifications and Work Experience

Essential: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Desirable: Advanced professional certification or membership (e.g., Chartered Engineer, IMechE, IET).

Essential: Extensive experience in asset management within the energy sector or a related industry.

Essential: Demonstrated experience in leading maintenance programs, managing budgets, and driving asset improvement initiatives.

Desirable: BOSIET/FOET and associated mandatory certification.

Job Specific Knowledge

Essential: Deep understanding of asset management principles, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle management.

Essential: Expertise in regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to the energy sector.

Skills

Essential: Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams effectively.

Essential: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of implementing performance improvements.

Essential: Proficiency in asset management software, financial management, and project planning.

Essential: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.