Business Analyst – Asset Management (Utilities/Manufacturing)

Cognizant; London Colney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to enhance asset management within the utilities sector. This role involves analyzing and optimizing asset lifecycle management, collaborating with IT for system enhancements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will leverage strong analytical skills and business process expertise to drive operational efficiency and support clients in their transformation journeys. Join a team dedicated to innovation and sustainability, where your contributions will make a significant impact in the energy and utilities domain.

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management within utilities or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong analytical skills and business process expertise.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize asset lifecycle management processes.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors for system implementations.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support decision-making.

Skills

Asset Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Business Process Mapping

Predictive Maintenance

Reliability-Centered Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Certification in Asset Management or Business Analysis

Tools

SAP PM

IBM Maximo

Infor EAM

Power BI

SQL

GIS

SCADA

Job description

The Company

Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 350,000 employees as of January 2024. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Cognizant Consulting

At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.

Water Utilities Consulting

With the arrival of AMP8 and recent market developments, Water Utilities in the UK have embarked on a transformation journey that focuses on sustainability (fewer pollution incidents, green energy powered water treatment etc.), reliable infrastructure(fewer flooding incidents, leakages etc.), customer centricity (affordable bills, enhanced customer experience), social responsibility(support for vulnerable customers), and most importantly disruption from innovative competitors entering the marketplace.

Cognizant has multiple engagements with water utilities in the UK where we are utilising our capabilities in data science and digital enablement to help them lead this transformation through new offerings, solutions and innovative business models that are aligned to the market trends and regulatory commitments. We are looking for experienced business analysts/consultants/product owners who are passionate about making a difference for our clients in the energy and utilities domain. This is an opportunity for being at the forefront of the transformation journey working with the best minds in the energy and utilities domain at Cognizant.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with experience in asset management within the utilities or manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in analyzing, optimizing, and supporting asset lifecycle management, maintenance strategies, and system implementations. This position requires strong analytical skills, business process expertise, and the ability to work with stakeholders to enhance asset performance and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Asset Management & Process Optimization
2. Analyze and document asset lifecycle management processes, including acquisition, maintenance, and retirement.
3. Identify opportunities to improve asset utilization, reliability, and cost-effectiveness within the organization.
4. Work with maintenance, operations, and IT teams to implement best practices in asset management aligned with industry standards (ISO 55000, PAS 55).
5. Support the adoption of predictive maintenance and condition-based monitoring to optimize asset performance.

Business Analysis & Technology Implementation

1. Gather and document business requirements for asset management system enhancements and new implementations.
2. Collaborate with IT and vendors to implement, configure, and test Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Maintenance Management Systems, or ERP asset modules (SAP PM, Maximo, Infor EAM, etc.).
3. Assist in system integrations with GIS, SCADA, IoT, and analytics platforms for better asset monitoring and decision-making.
4. Support user training, change management, and adoption of new asset management tools and processes.

Data Analysis & Reporting

1. Analyze asset performance data to identify trends, failure patterns, and opportunities for cost savings.
2. Develop reports and dashboards using Power BI, SQL, or other data visualization tools to support decision-making.
3. Ensure data quality and governance within asset management systems to improve forecasting and maintenance planning.
4. Work with finance and operations teams to support capital planning, budgeting, and asset investment strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Compliance

1. Act as a liaison between business units, IT, and leadership to align asset management strategies with organizational goals.
2. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and asset management frameworks.
3. Support audits and reporting requirements related to asset performance and reliability.

Desirable skills and experience

1. Experience as a Business Analyst in asset management, maintenance, or reliability engineering within the utilities or manufacturing sector.
2. Strong knowledge of EAM/CMMS systems (e.g., SAP PM, IBM Maximo, Infor EAM, Oracle EAM).
3. Experience analyzing asset performance, lifecycle costs, and maintenance data.
4. Understanding of predictive maintenance, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), and condition-based monitoring (CBM).
5. Proficiency in business process mapping, requirements gathering, and stakeholder management.
6. Strong skills in data analysis and visualization tools (Power BI, SQL, Excel).

Preferred:

1. Certification in Asset Management (IAM, CAMA) or Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA).
2. Experience with GIS, SCADA, IoT, or telemetry data in asset management.
3. Knowledge of ISO 55000, PAS 55, and regulatory requirements for asset-intensive industries.