Assets & Tooling Controller

Circet; England; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circet UK is seeking an organized Assets & Tooling Controller to take day-to-day ownership of assets, tools, PPE and PFPE across the business. You will ensure inspections, certifications and availability are managed with clear records and auditable trails, supporting Field Services, Operations and Warehouse teams.

The role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders to keep asset and tooling operations compliant and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in asset control or related field.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• High attention to detail for inspection and compliance records.
• Ability to own operational requests and provide accountability.
• Experience liaising with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in MS Office and digital records.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day control of assets, tools, PPE and PFPE.
• Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance before use.
• Maintain accurate inspection and certification records with audit trails.
• Act as main contact for Field Services, Operations and Warehouse.
• Coordinate repairs and replacements from inspections.
• Track equipment status and availability.
• Verify subcontractor inspection records and sign-off.
• Support subcontractor vehicle inspections and document outcomes.
• Work with teams to maintain ownership and control.
• Ensure equipment availability supports operations.
• Maintain documentation for audits and compliance.
• Liaise with Supply Chain and Procurement as needed.
• Provide timely support on asset and tooling issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are Hiring!

Circet UK are looking for an Assets & Tooling Controller to join our team.

Working with Circet

Circet Ireland & UK have built an ever-growing portfolio of specialist services. As part of a global group, we are specialists in the deployment and maintenance of telecommunications, transport and energy infrastructure, working with major operators and clients across Ireland and the UK.

We are driven to be innovative and proactive in delivering solutions that meet our clients’ expectations, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and integrity. Our success is built on teamwork, trust and a strong commitment to our people.

With over 4,000 employees across Ireland and the UK, we continue to bring people together to shape resilient, future-proof infrastructure and deliver high-quality services for our customers.

About the role:

We are looking for an organised and proactive Assets & Tooling Controller to take day-to-day ownership of operational assets, tools, PPE and PFPE across the business.

The role will provide a single point of accountability for inspections, certification, compliance and equipment availability, while supporting Field Services, Operations and Warehouse teams with day-to-day asset and tooling requirements.

You will also maintain the internal capability to inspect and sign off equipment, verify subcontractor inspection records and certification, and ensure clear, accurate and auditable records are maintained across the asset and tooling function.

Responsibilities of Assets & Tooling Controller:

• Manage the day-to-day control and coordination of operational assets, tools, PPE and PFPE.
• Complete, coordinate and record inspections, ensuring equipment is compliant and appropriately signed off before use.
• Maintain accurate inspection, certification, repair, replacement and compliance records with clear and traceable audit trails.
• Act as the main point of contact for Field Services, Operations and Warehouse teams for reactive asset and tooling requirements.
• Coordinate repairs, replacements and other actions arising from inspections or operational requirements.
• Maintain clear visibility of equipment status, including items available for use, under inspection, under repair or awaiting replacement.
• Verify inspection records and certification submitted by subcontractors before acceptance, escalating gaps or non-compliance where required.
• Retain internal capability to inspect operational assets and tooling and support assurance over subcontractor compliance.
• Support subcontractor vehicle inspections where required and ensure inspection outcomes are accurately documented and controlled.
• Work closely with operational and warehouse teams to maintain clear ownership, accountability and control across the asset and tooling function.
• Ensure equipment availability is effectively managed to support operational delivery.
• Maintain records and documentation to support audits, compliance reviews and internal assurance requirements.
• Liaise with Supply Chain and Procurement where required regarding repairs, replacements and equipment availability.
• Provide timely and practical support to operational teams on asset, tooling and equipment-related issues.

About You

• Previous experience in asset control, tooling, equipment coordination, PPE/PFPE, warehouse operations, compliance or a similar operational environment would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced and reactive environment.
• High attention to detail, particularly when managing inspection, certification and compliance records.
• Ability to take ownership and provide a clear point of accountability for operational requests.
• Strong record-keeping and administrative skills, with the ability to maintain accurate evidence for audit purposes.
• Confident working across operational, warehouse, supplier and subcontractor teams.
• Practical approach to problem solving, repairs, replacements and equipment availability.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently while maintaining strong working relationships across the wider business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable maintaining digital asset and compliance records.

Why work in Circet?

• Be part of a company that encourages involvement, diversity and inclusion.
• Be part of a company that nurtures excellence and develops leaders.
• Be part of a company that encourages personal development and career progression through our further education programme, mentoring programme and pathway programme.
• Be part of a company that is dedicated to making a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility.
• You will get a competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days annual leave per annum, life assurance, access to Employee Assistance Programmes and career development opportunities.

Circet UK is an inclusive organisation and welcomes all applications. Our mission is to create a workforce that consists of individuals with talent, skills and potential across all areas of our business. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.