Asset & Compliance Manager (Property) in Manchester

The railway is more than tracks and trains. It's hundreds of stations, workplaces and public spaces that people rely on every day. Keeping those environments safe, compliant and performing at their best takes careful planning, expert asset management and a relentless focus on continuous improvement.

As an Asset & Compliance Manager in our Property team, you'll lead the compliance management of Northern's station and office asset portfolio, shaping how we maintain, monitor and improve our estate while ensuring the highest standards of compliance, safety and customer experience. This is a role with influence across the business. You'll lead the way we manage and maintain our assets, embedding industry-leading asset management standards, shaping long‑term lifecycle plans and providing the insight that helps us make informed decisions about our estate. Working closely with colleagues across Property, Service Quality, Commercial, Operations and Station Management teams, you'll help create stations and workplaces that are safe, sustainable and fit for the future.

What you'll be doing

• Acting as the key owner of statutory compliance across the property estate
• Managing planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance (RM), renewals and minor capital renewals across the portfolio
• Embedding and developing ISO 55001 asset management standards throughout the Property function
• Managing and enhancing our Integrated Station Asset Plan and supporting long‑term asset lifecycle planning
• Monitoring asset performance and using data to identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency and value for money
• Producing asset performance reports and recommendations for senior leaders
• Supporting the management of property maintenance budgets, identifying efficiencies and cost‑saving opportunities
• Overseeing facilities management contracts covering areas such as cleaning, waste, utilities and building maintenance
• Acting as Northern's appointed Legionella Duty Manager for the stations portfolio
• Working closely with contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure services are delivered safely, effectively and in line with agreed standards
• Promoting environmental performance through energy, water and waste reduction initiatives
• Leading and developing team members while encouraging collaborative working across the business

About you

Asset management, compliance and facilities management are at the heart of this role. You'll bring experience managing complex property portfolios across multiple locations and understand how effective asset management supports operational performance, customer satisfaction and long‑term business goals.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Demonstrate significant experience in asset management, facilities management or estate management, with a strong focus on compliance and statutory obligations
• Manage large outsourced facilities management contracts and build effective relationships with service providers and key stakeholders
• Use data and insight to drive decision‑making, including experience of reporting and analysis tools such as Power BI
• Manage budgets effectively and make commercially sound decisions that deliver value for the business
• Lead and deliver compliance programmes across a diverse property portfolio, ensuring all regulatory and statutory requirements are met
• Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, building trusted relationships across the business
• Lead, develop and support teams, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of asset lifecycle management principles and their application in a property environment
• Have experience of working within an ISO 55001 Asset Management System, although this is desirable rather than essential

Qualifications

• A degree, or equivalent qualification, in Property, Facilities Management, Asset Management, Building Services, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as IWFM, RICS, CIOB or CIBSE, or evidence that you're actively working towards professional accreditation
• A NEBOSH General Certificate

Most importantly, you'll be someone who can turn complex asset information into practical actions, helping us keep our stations and workplaces safe, compliant and performing at their best.

What’s in it for you?

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you, your partner, and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Electric Car Scheme: Lease a brand new electric or plugin hybrid car.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing, Northern Perks has you covered.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family, lifestyle, and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern?

We're more than just a train operator. We're the heartbeat of the North – connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,650 trains running daily, we're on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825, the first passenger train set off in the North of England, beginning a journey that would transform travel across the world. We’ve recently celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and, as we reflect on that legacy, our focus is now on the future as Great British Rail takes shape. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

At Northern, we don’t just move people from A to B – we're building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if that's something you need. We're also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer, so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role, we’ll always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there's a place for you here in the railway.