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Web Recruit Ltd; Stonehouse; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile/remote work

Training & development

Professional qualifications

Mentoring program

Inclusive culture

ED&I networks

Electric car scheme

Cycle to work

Perkbox access

Referral bonus (£1,000)

33 days annual leave

Extra leave purchase

Professional membership fees

Career development

Defense projects access

Technical excellence culture

Job summary

Allan Webb Ltd is seeking an experienced Obsolescence Manager to lead end-to-end obsolescence management across high-profile defence and engineering programmes. The role is homebased with occasional travel to client sites and company offices.

You will manage complex asset portfolios, develop policies, and engage clients to deliver effective solutions while complying with industry standards. An agile, remote-friendly environment with comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience in obsolescence management within defence/engineering sectors.
• Proven ability to manage complex portfolios and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead obsolescence management across high-profile defence and engineering programmes.
• Manage obsolescence activities from end to end, develop policies and plans, mitigate risks.
• Act as main client contact, translate needs into solutions.
• Support development of our obsolescence management capability and DiamondOM Solution.
• Monitor project performance and report to stakeholders; ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Obsolescence management

Client relationship management

Project delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Homebased with occasional travel to Allan Webb Ltd and client offices

A bit about us

At Allan Webb Ltd, we are a leading engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience delivering asset optimisation services to clients across the defence, government, energy, pharmaceutical and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally.

We're committed to conducting all our activities ethically, with a strong focus on human rights, sustainability and social responsibility. Our Corporate Social Responsibility policy reflects this commitment, ensuring we operate in a way that positively impacts both society and the environment.

We truly champion agile working, believing that flexibility and wellbeing empower our people to perform at their best. What's more, we're proud supporters of the Armed Forces community and foster an inclusive, innovative workplace where individuals and teams can thrive.

We are now looking for an Obsolescence Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

What we can offer you

• Agile/remote working arrangements
• Regular training and personal development reviews
• Investment in professional qualifications and training
• Mentoring and coaching programmes
• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Active ED&I networks and initiatives
• Electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Perkbox (providing over 9,000 perks and benefits)
• Employee Referral Bonus (£1,000 following probation)
• 33 days' annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Payment for Professional Membership
• Structured career development and professional accreditation support
• Access to high-profile defence and engineering projects
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture with a focus on technical excellence

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced obsolescence management professional with strong client relationship skills and in-depth knowledge of industry standards to join our leading engineering consultancy.

You'll have the chance to take ownership of complex obsolescence programmes across high-profile defence and engineering environments, applying your expertise to varied asset portfolios while strengthening your profile as a trusted specialist.

What's more, you'll benefit from agile and remote working, an annual bonus and an exceptionally comprehensive rewards package, giving you the flexibility and support to build a rewarding long-term career.

What the role involves

As our Obsolescence Manager, you will lead the delivery of obsolescence management services across high-profile defence and engineering programmes.

You will manage obsolescence activities and projects from end to end, developing policies and plans, identifying and mitigating risks across complex asset portfolios, and ensuring deliverables meet contractual, quality, compliance and client requirements.

Acting as a key point of contact for clients, you will build strong relationships, understand their obsolescence challenges and translate their needs into effective solutions.

You will also provide advice and support the continued development of our obsolescence management capability and DiamondOM Solution.

Additionally, you will:

• Monitor project performance and report to stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and guidance
• Drive continuous improvement of obsolescence management processes
• Represent us at client meetings, presentations and industry events
• Act as an active member of the International Institute of Obsolescence Management (IIOM)

Due to the nature of this role with the Ministry of Defence, the successful candidate must undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment screening and obtain a formal Security Check (SC) clearance within the first 12 months of employment.

Other organisations may call this role Obsolescence Project Manager, Obsolescence Management Lead, OM Manager, Obsolescence Engineer, Obsolescence Management Engineer, Obsolescence Specialist, or Obsolescence Management Specialist.

Webrecruit and Allan Webb are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.