Assets Manager

Andøya Space; Andenes; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Andøya Space seeks an Assets Manager to lead the Assets function within the Operations and Assets department. You will manage assets, infrastructure, and operational sites, ensuring readiness and sustainable lifecycle planning.

You’ll work with Systems, Configuration and Launch Area teams, coordinating with projects and external partners to establish governance and drive improvements. You will coordinate budgeting, KPIs and compliance while developing structured processes to support safe,

Qualifications

• Higher education in engineering, business administration, logistics, asset management, or related discipline.
• Experience from asset management, operations management, or technical environments.
• Experience with budgeting, financial planning, and cost control.
• Good understanding of systems, infrastructure, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience with resource planning, prioritization, and coordination.
• Experience with KPI monitoring and regulatory compliance is advantageous.
• Good written and verbal communication in English; Norwegian an advantage.
• Valid Class B driver's license and ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Line management responsibility for the Team Leads of Systems, Configuration and Launch Area.
• Assets, infrastructure, and operational site management.
• Operational readiness, asset lifecycle management, and long-term planning.
• Resource planning, budgeting, KPI follow-up, and regulatory compliance.
• Prioritization and promotion of assets, infrastructure, and operational improvement initiatives.

Skills

Asset management experience

Operations management

Budgets & cost control

Systems & infrastructure knowledge

Resource planning

KPI monitoring

English communication

Security clearance readiness

Driver's license (Class B)

Education

Engineering / business-related higher education

Asset management or related discipline

Job description

Andøya Space is growing, and we are looking for an Assets Manager to join the Operations and Assets department, answering directly to the Director of Operations and Assets.

As Assets Manager, you will play a key role in the management, coordination, and development of the company's assets, systems, infrastructure, and operational sites. You will be responsible for the overall administrative management and coordination of the Assets function, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, operational readiness, lifecycle management,and long-term sustainability of the spaceport and its supporting infrastructure.

The Assets Manager works closely with Team Leads within Systems, Configuration, and Launch Area, while coordinating with projects, technical teams, and external stakeholders. The role is responsible for establishing structure, processes, and governance that support safe, efficient, and sustainable operations. The Assets Manager also supports the identification, prioritization, and development of assets, infrastructure, and operational improvement initiatives, ensuring that the department's needs and opportunities are effectively communicated and supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Line management responsibility for the Team Leads of Systems, Configuration and Launch Area.
• Assets, infrastructure, and operational site management.
• Operational readiness, asset lifecycle management, and long-term planning.
• Resource planning, budgeting, KPI follow-up, and regulatory compliance.
• Prioritization and promotion of assets, infrastructure, and operational improvement initiatives.

This position requires a high level of security suitability and eligibility for security clearance at the level of SECRET / NATO SECRET, in accordance with the Norwegian Security Act.

Qualifications

• Relevant higher education within engineering, business administration, logistics, asset management, or a related discipline
• Experience from asset management, operations management, or technical environments
• Experience with budgeting, financial planning, and cost control
• Good understanding of systems, infrastructure, and asset lifecycle management
• Experience with resource planning, prioritization, and coordination
• Experience with KPI monitoring and regulatory compliance is an advantage
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English; Norwegian language skills are an advantage
• Valid driver's license (Class B) and ability to obtain security clearance

Personal Qualities

• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Structured, systematic, and solution-oriented mindset
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex tasks and multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic operational environment
• Ability to make sound decisions based on both operational and strategic considerations