Asset Strategy Lead

Pontoon; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment consultancy is seeking an Asset Strategy Lead to develop evidence-based strategies for electricity distribution assets. This pivotal role involves assessing various operations, conducting robust analyses, and collaborating with multiple business units. Candidates should have a proven background in asset strategy development, excellent communication and analytical skills, and ideally experience in regulatory processes within utilities. This position is hybrid, offering flexibility with one day in the office per week.

Qualifications

• Proven background in asset strategy development or a related field.
• Understanding of business objectives like RIIO-ED2 programmes.
• Numerical proficiency and comfort with spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear strategic objectives for distribution assets.
• Evaluate maintenance activities through assessments.
• Create financial insights supporting strategic objectives.
• Produce essential asset management policy documents.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Experience in asset strategy development

Job description

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of our asset strategy? We are excited to announce an 18-month secondment opportunity for two dynamic Asset Strategy Leads! Join our vibrant team and contribute to the development of long‑term, evidence‑based strategies for electricity distribution assets.

Asset Strategy Lead

Duration: 12 Months (extension options)

Location: Bristol or Castle Donington (Hybrid, 1 day a week in office)

Rate: 450 per day (umbrella)

What You’ll Do:

In your role, you will work closely with the Asset Strategy Manager and play a vital part in:

• Developing Strategic Objectives: Craft clear and actionable goals for distribution assets.
• Conducting Assessments: Evaluate the balance between replacement, refurbishment, and maintenance activities.
• Performing Cost‑Benefit Analyses: Support strategic objectives with robust financial insights.
• Commercial Considerations: Factor in procurement and equipment needs while developing strategies.
• Documentation: Produce essential asset management policy documents.
• Network Performance Analysis: Identify opportunities for improvement through data‑driven insights.
• Long‑Term Forecasting: Develop activity forecasts extending over the next decade.
• Price Control Business Cases: Create compelling justifications for regulatory submissions.
• Identifying Improvements: Collaborate to enhance asset management processes and efficiencies.

Interfacing with Teams:

• Communicate asset strategies across various business units.
• Stay informed on asset status and emerging issues to guide strategy development.
• Report progress to the Senior Asset Strategy & Planning Manager as per agreed timelines.

Candidate Requirements:

We're looking for enthusiastic candidates with:

• Experience: Proven background in asset strategy development or a similar field.
• Knowledge: Understanding of business objectives like RIIO‑ED2 programmes and DNO assets.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to focus on long‑term goals while managing detailed data.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and oral skills to articulate strategies clearly.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and adept at planning and coordinating tasks.

Experience Needed:

• Familiarity with price control submissions and business case development.
• Numerical proficiency and comfort with spreadsheets.
• Proactive mindset, adaptable to change, and capable of working independently.
• Ability to simplify complex problems for a diverse audience.
• Regulatory engagement experience is a plus.
• A background in utilities, rail, or highways is ideal.
• Experience presenting at high levels and knowledge of SAMP is desirable.

Are you ready to influence the future of asset strategy? Don't miss this opportunity - Apply Now!

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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