Head of Asset Management - Strategy & Standards Location: Warrington Contract Type: Contract / Long-Term Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Head of Asset Management - Strategy & Standards to lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the Enterprise Asset Management System (AMS), strategies, standards and operating model. This is a senior leadership role, providing enterprise-wide direction and acting as the functional authority for asset management strategy, standards and capability. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and maintenance of the Enterprise and Sector Asset Management Strategies. Translate business objectives into asset management strategies, objectives and initiatives. Own and maintain the Enterprise Asset Management System. Define asset management policies, standards, procedures and mandatory controls. Ensure alignment with ISO 55001 and IAM best practice. Develop and maintain the Asset Management Target Operating Model. Lead capability, maturity and organisational improvement programmes. Support portfolio optimisation, investment modelling and scenario analysis. Provide strategic advice to Executive Leadership and Board committees. Lead and develop a high-performing asset management team. Act as the organisational technical authority for strategic asset management frameworks. Establish scalable frameworks and methodologies for wider Group adoption. About You Essential: Minimum 10 years' leadership experience within asset-intensive organisations. Significant experience developing and implementing ISO 55001 Asset Management Systems. Experience designing enterprise operating models. Proven track record of strategic transformation and organisational change. Experience engaging with Executive and Board-level stakeholders. Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, Business, Operations Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.Desirable: Experience leading ISO 55001 certification programmes. Experience within regulated infrastructure sectors. Experience managing enterprise capability and maturity programmes. Chartered professional status. IAM Diploma or equivalent asset management qualification
