Asset Management Assurance Manager

Job description

Asset Management Assurance Manager

Contract: Government
Location: Remote / Hybrid - Open to Candidates Nationwide
Hours: 40 per week
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK, is seeking an Asset Management Assurance Manager to lead and continuously improve its Asset Management System (AMS), ensuring alignment with ISO 55001 standards, recognised asset management best practice and organisational objectives.

Job Overview

This is a key role responsible for providing assurance that assets are managed effectively throughout their lifecycle, supporting robust and informed decision-making across the organisation. The successful candidate will lead the development, governance and continual improvement of the Asset Management System, ensuring compliance with recognised standards and organisational requirements.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide insight into asset management performance, risks and opportunities, helping to maximise value from asset investments while maintaining high standards of governance, control and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain and continuously improve the Asset Management System (AMS) in line with ISO 55001 and organisational objectives.
• Establish and maintain asset management governance frameworks, policies, procedures, standards and controls.
• Lead assurance programmes to assess the effectiveness, compliance and maturity of asset management processes and systems.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external audits, management reviews and maturity assessments.
• Monitor compliance with asset management standards and requirements, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead corrective and preventative actions, ensuring identified issues are effectively resolved.
• Produce performance dashboards, management reports and executive briefings to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as the subject matter expert for asset management systems, governance, assurance and ISO 55001 compliance.

Person Specification

• Detailed knowledge of ISO 55001.
• Experience working within asset management frameworks and compliance environments.
• Proven experience conducting audits and assurance activities.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience delivering training and supporting operational teams.
• Background working within asset management environments.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage risks and improvement opportunities.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to present information clearly to senior stakeholders.

Additional Requirement

• Must hold a full UK driving licence, as regular travel is required (car or car allowance provided).

Reference 225783536