OAM Asset Data Analyst

Southern Water group; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Water is seeking an OAM Asset Data Analyst to lead improvements in asset data quality, focusing on Below Ground assets and strengthening the integration between Maximo and GIS.

You will partner with Asset Management, GIS and engineering teams to define solutions, drive data governance, and deliver measurable improvements that support operations, regulatory compliance and investment planning.

Qualifications

• Essential Proven experience working as an Asset Analyst or similar.
• Desirable Prior experience in a utility or water company.

Responsibilities

• Leading initiatives to improve the quality, completeness and integrity of Below Ground asset and location data across Maximo and GIS.
• Acting as the primary liaison between OAM and GIS teams to define and maintain an integrated asset and location data model and management of change process.
• Identifying data quality risks, root causes and improvement opportunities, then developing and driving corrective actions through to implementation.
• Establishing and monitoring asset data quality measures, reporting performance trends and driving accountability with business stakeholders.
• Shaping and influencing business processes to improve the capture, maintenance and governance of asset data at source.
• Driving adoption of Maximo asset data products, including Asset Data Manager, Asset Templates, Condition Monitoring and Safety Plans.
• Leading analysis activities associated with data migration, enrichment and transformation to support Maximo and future business requirements.
• Collaborating with operational, engineering, GIS and digital teams to ensure asset data supports operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and investment planning.
• Using data storytelling and visualisation techniques to communicate insights, influence decisions and secure stakeholder buy‑in for improvement initiatives.

Skills

Data quality

Stakeholder influence

Problem solving

Data storytelling

Maximo

GIS

Tools

Maximo

GIS

Job description

Closing Date 2026-09-04 Job Title: OAM Asset Data Analyst Location: Durrington, Worthing Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Salary: From £35,100 based on skills and experience

About the role:

The purpose of the OAM (Operational Asset Management) Asset Data Analyst role is to lead and drive improvements in Southern Water's asset data quality, ensuring asset information is trusted, governed and fit for operational and strategic decision making. The role will take ownership of key asset data improvement initiatives, with a particular focus on Below Ground assets. Working across Operational Asset Management, GIS and business stakeholders, the successful candidate will identify opportunities, define solutions and drive the delivery of sustainable improvements that strengthen the relationship between Maximo and GIS. This role is not solely focused on analysis. It requires someone who can influence stakeholders, challenge existing practices and act as a catalyst for continuous improvement in asset data management.

What you will be responsible for:

The OAM Asset Data Analyst will act as a subject matter expert for asset master data and will be accountable for identifying, prioritising and driving asset data improvements across Southern Water.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading initiatives to improve the quality, completeness and integrity of Below Ground asset and location data across Maximo and GIS.
• Acting as the primary liaison between OAM and GIS teams to define and maintain an integrated asset and location data model and management of change process.
• Identifying data quality risks, root causes and improvement opportunities, then developing and driving corrective actions through to implementation.
• Establishing and monitoring asset data quality measures, reporting performance trends and driving accountability with business stakeholders.
• Shaping and influencing business processes to improve the capture, maintenance and governance of asset data at source.
• Driving adoption of Maximo asset data products, including Asset Data Manager, Asset Templates, Condition Monitoring and Safety Plans.
• Leading analysis activities associated with data migration, enrichment and transformation to support Maximo and future business requirements.
• Collaborating with operational, engineering, GIS and digital teams to ensure asset data supports operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and investment planning.
• Using data storytelling and visualisation techniques to communicate insights, influence decisions and secure stakeholder buy‑in for improvement initiatives.

What success looks like:

In your first 12 months you will: Deliver measurable improvements in asset data quality across Maximo and GIS. Strengthen governance and management of change processes between asset and spatial data systems. Develop trusted reporting and insights that drive business decisions. Build strong relationships with operational, engineering and GIS stakeholders and become the recognised expert for asset data quality improvements.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Skills & Competencies: Self-starter who takes ownership and drives outcomes with minimal supervision. Able to influence stakeholders across multiple business functions and levels of seniority. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable improvements. Comfortable challenging existing processes and working practices where data quality can be improved. Able to lead complex workstreams from concept through to delivery. Strong communication and data storytelling skills, able to translate technical findings into business outcomes. Passionate about improving asset information and realising the value of high‑quality data.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of Enterprise Asset Management principles and asset master data. Experience working with Maximo or other Enterprise Asset Management systems. Understanding of GIS principles, spatial data and asset‑location relationships. Knowledge of data governance, data quality management and master data management. Experience developing data standards, controls and improvement frameworks.

Qualifications:

• Essential Proven experience working as an Asset Analyst or similar
• Desirable Prior experience in a utility or water company Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long‑term value creation. Our mission is to protect and enhance life through water—and we need passionate people to help us achieve it. You don’t need to meet every criterion; what matters most is your drive to make a difference.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Additional information:

In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.

Our purpose is big. Our impact is huge. And we know that every single one of us has the power, through our actions, to positively change society and the environment for good. It’s why careers with us have real meaning. Because, if you’re driven and ambitious, we can offer you huge opportunities for personal growth, professional development and constant innovation. Forever evolving. Forever focused on doing the right thing, we empower and encourage everyone to play to their strengths and to help us shape a fair and positive future for all. We believe in Water for Life. If you do too, Dive Right In.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, because delivering water for life is our core purpose. To achieve this, we need 24/7 support in place to resolve incidents quickly and efficiently. All our employees understand the importance of out‑of‑hours incident support – because when problems appear, fixing them is our top priority. That’s why our people join together and support when and however needed to make sure our customers get the service they deserve. Joining the Southern Water family means you’ll become part of our incident support team. During your interview, your manager will speak to you about any incident support rotas that apply to your position.

Does this opportunity excite you but you’re not 100% sure if you meet all the requirements for the role? Or are you concerned that ‘normal’ office hours aren’t possible given your personal circumstances? Whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution. So why not engage with us and find out more about this role?