Senior Asset Manager

Job Description

The Role

This is a senior role at the heart of how we understand, improve and evidence asset performance across the business. You won’t sit on the sidelines—you’ll be embedded close to operations, shaping how asset lifecycle principles translate into real-world delivery.

You’ll take ownership of our asset lifecycle maturity—sustaining what’s already in place, challenging where improvement is needed, and leading the organisation forward. This role balances assurances with action, translating standards and insight into meaningful, operational outcomes.

What you'll be doing

• Leading coordination of asset lifecycle activity across the business
• Maintaining and evolving our position latest ISO 55001 standards
• Coordinate and drive asset management maturity assessments, translating findings into clear, prioritised improvement actions.
• Driving improvements aligned to asset maturity frameworks (e.g. SAM+)
• Identifying gaps, non-conformances and improvement opportunities—and making sure they’re addressed
• Ensure asset lifecycle principles are consistently applied across asset planning, delivery and operational activities.
• Preparing the business for key audits and surveillance activity (including upcoming deadlines)
• Engaging stakeholders across the business to build a shared understanding of asset lifecycle principles
• Creating a consistent “asset management voice” across teams
• Supporting development of training and awareness to embed lifecycle thinking
• Lead and develop a small specialist team, building capability and confidence in asset lifecycle management
• Maintain/develop our internal IAM certification training to grow our asset management business knowledge.
• Identify and manage asset management risks, gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Provide expert advice and assurance to senior leaders and key stakeholders

What you'll bring

We’re looking for someone who understands asset management deeply—but more importantly, can apply it in a live operational environment.

You’ll will have:

• Full valid UK driving license as some site travel will be required.
• Strong experience in asset lifecycle / asset management environments
• Working knowledge of ISO 55001 and asset maturity models
• Experience supporting or leading audit readiness and compliance activity
• Ability to translate technical frameworks into practical action
• Confidence engaging stakeholders across different levels internally and externally
• A track record of driving improvement, not just maintaining standards
• Leadership capability with a focus on development
• Understanding of the regulatory frameworks and company business plan, strategic direction.
• Highly numerate with a well-developed understanding of business case development and the benefits framework requirements and workings.

Qualifications:

• IAM Diploma (or working towards)

Why this role stands out

• You’ll be working closer to operations
• You’ll directly influence how the business performs against external scrutiny.
• You’ll shape how asset lifecycle thinking is understood across the organisation
• You’ll step into a role with clear momentum and immediate impact

Selection process

We’re being transparent about the journey:

• Applications close: 13th May
• Shortlist & Assessments: w/c 18th May
• Interviews including a presentation: w/c 25th May

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, rising to 30 with service, plus 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 20% performance‑related bonus, plus recognition awards
• £5000 Annual Car Allowance
• Company‑funded healthcare plan
• MyGymDiscounts – up to 25% off gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

About Us

Asset Lifecycle Manager

Salary – Competitive Salary + £5000 Car Allowance and comprehensive benefits package

Work Type – Hybrid

Job Location – Warrington

Role Type – Permanent

Employment Type – Full Time

Working Hours – 37 hours per week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long‑term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and contribution.