Asset and Systems Manager

University of Bradford; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Asset & Systems Manager to ensure effective maintenance and compliance within their facilities. You will play a pivotal role in managing asset data and supporting operational activities through technology-led change. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team, driving improvements in service delivery and enhancing the user experience with cutting-edge IT systems. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and innovation, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday allowances and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Statutory and customary days off

Salary sacrifice schemes

Campus nursery

Qualifications

• Experience managing asset data for large, complex estates.
• Training in CAFM systems or similar database systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain datasets for effective maintenance and compliance.
• Lead the implementation and operation of IT systems in Estates.

Skills

Facilities Management

Maintenance

Engineering

IT systems

Quantity Surveying

Contract Management

Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM)

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Education

NVQ level 4 qualification

Tools

Planon

ServiceNow

Maximo

SAP

Job description

Asset & Systems Manager

Professional Services

Directorate of Infrastructure

Salary: £40,247 to £45,163

Post Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 23 May 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: HR0182601

This job is only available to University of Bradford staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally.

Directorate

Supporting the University’s core operations and ensuring students, visitors, and staff are kept safe, secure, and comfortable, the Estates Services team is responsible for grounds, buildings, and services.

What You Will Be Doing

Central to effective maintenance and delivery of building and services compliance, the Asset & Systems Manager will build and maintain the dataset for the wider team. Ensuring there is a single source of truth (SSOT) for decision making, you will work collaboratively within the Estates & Facilities team and across the sector to support operational activities and inform change programmes.

You’ll be the Superuser for Estates IT systems, liaising with suppliers, integrators, and the University’s IT team. You’ll lead the implementation, operation, and development of our systems, providing coaching and training, and driving technology-led change to ensure colleagues use hand-held devices, systems, and cloud-based services effectively and to their full potential.

Qualifications / Experience

• A NVQ level 4 qualification in a relevant subject area (Facilities Management, Maintenance, Engineering, IT systems, Quantity Surveying, Contract Management, etc.) or relevant professional experience in one of these disciplines.
• Training and/or qualifications relating to Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems, Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS), or an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system such as Planon, ServiceNow, Maximo, SAP, or similar.
• Significant experience of using CAFM systems (or similar database systems) and Microsoft Office packages, such as Excel and Power BI, to manage asset data for large, complex estates across multiple buildings/locations.
• Significant experience of building fabric and building services asset management, with recent experience supporting a FM/Maintenance service provider (or large in-house team) to utilise the dataset for management of planned and reactive maintenance.

Celebrating Diversity

As an equal opportunities employer, we value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. All appointments will be made on merit.

At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

In Return We Offer

• 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas). Find information about other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.

Additional Information

If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please contact Craig Hirst, Head of Maintenance, at 01274 232261.

Interview Date: 4th June 2025

Working Model: Campus based with some working from home.

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Confronting Inequality: Celebrating Diversity

At the University of Bradford, we accept people for who they are regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background, including pregnancy or maternity leave.

In line with our commitment to equality charters such as Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Disability Confident, and Stonewall Diversity Champions, we welcome applications from individuals with these characteristics. We also have staff networks providing peer support and safe spaces for diverse identities.