Asset Programme Manager in Aberdeen

This role leads the planning, development and delivery of a complex portfolio of asset-related programmes across the full asset lifecycle, fully integrated within the IFS Enterprise Resource Planning system. As the functional Asset Programme Manager for the Energy Division, you will provide expert support across all Product Lines, ensuring consistent application of asset governance standards and methodologies. You will drive the development and implementation of an integrated Asset Management Framework, embedding lifecycle optimisation, SIOP planning, preventative maintenance and life extension strategies into live operational environments. The role also leads the delivery of high‑value internal projects, including the integration of third-party technology partners across the Energy Division portfolio. With a strong process-led mindset, you will operate as an experienced PMO practitioner, managing international, cross‑functional stakeholders and confidently bridging engineering, operations and corporate governance to ensure robust, compliant and practical asset management outcomes.

What you'll be doing:

• Development and ownership of the Asset management framework standard and implementation via IFS across all Energy Product Lines globally.
• Asset Management functional leadership ensuring Product Line compliance with asset life cycle framework processes.
• Divisional oversight of cross Product Line asset deployment planning.
• Provide oversight and assurance that internal capex projects are conducted in accordance with relevant Group PMO process.
• Sponsorship of cross Product Line asset digitisation transformation.
• Responsible for the integration of 3rd party technology partner assets ensuring alignment with JFS asset framework process, PMO governance and readiness to deploy.
• Collaboration with internal NPD sponsors and Product Managers ensuring new asset-based products are fully integrated in terms of asset management process compliance prior to deployment.
• Review and verification of tenders that involve 3rd party technology partners that trigger divisional functional DOA approval.

What we're looking for:

• Understanding of asset management and asset lifecycle principles gained through operational and O&M environments, with the ability to translate these into clear, consistent processes.
• Experience leading the development and embedding of process frameworks across multiple Product Lines, driving compliance through influence.
• Confident senior stakeholder engagement skills, able to operate with SLT, Product Line leadership and functional specialists to drive aligned decisions.
• Practical, risk aware mindset with experience balancing operational delivery, asset performance, cost control and long-term value.
• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Asset Management, or a related discipline preferred.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility.
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions.
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations.

James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the worlds most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers assets. In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click apply now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.