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Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Southeastern as a Senior Asset Manager. The role is based out of our Head Office in London Bridge (hybrid working).

The purpose of the Senior Asset Manager role is to embed the ISO55001 quality standard processes within Southeastern, act as a champion for change management across the business divisions and enable successful creation and execution of a 40-year long-term station asset management plan to maximise value and manage risk.

The Senior Asset Manager will play a key role in external and internal stakeholder engagement as well as play a key role in the continued development of our People, Processes, Data and Technology, aligned to our Asset Management System through efficient stakeholder engagement and collaboration with internal and external parties.

Main Responsibilities

• Leading the Southeastern Asset Management Office (Junior Asset Manager and Data Analyst) based in our London Bridge Head Office.
• Leading the provision of Asset Management advice and direction for 164 Southeastern stations across SER network.
• Managing and influencing multi-level internal and external stakeholder expectations and behaviours including leading change management for implementing mature and functional asset management systems.
• Being accountable for Asset Management Strategic planning and efficient stakeholder engagement with key internal and external stakeholders (i.e., Network Rail, Maintenance providers, Senior Contract Managers, Department for Transport, Facilities Project Managers, IT Dept, Commercial & Development, Station Teams and Senior Leaders).
• Being accountable for the strategic alignment of the 40-year Asset management plan within the Network Rail Control Period plans and to ensure planned investments are clearly communicated with Network Rail to avoid duplication of works.
• Ensuring consistent compliance with the ISO55001:2014 Asset Management Standards, SFG20 and Network Rail Standards.
• Reviewing Asset Management policies, processes, strategies, and plans and make recommendations for potential adjustments.
• Leading and providing guidance to the Asset Management team, lead the team on a multitude of Asset Management activities to drive business performance and influence change across the business.
• Developing strategies to increase Return on Investment (ROI) and minimise risk and loss.
• Attending the Southeastern Asset Management Steering Group (AMSG) and ensuring compliance with the ISO55001 quality standard in reference to Periodic Asset Management Reviews.
• Enabling continuous development of Southeastern People, Processes, Data and Technology, to ensure aligned approach on Asset Management System through efficient collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role we recommend you demonstrate the below in your application;

• That you are educated to a degree standard within a relevant subject such as Business administration or a STEM based subject ie. Engineering. However suitable candidates without a degree will be considered if they possess demonstrable experience in an equivalent role.
• That you have Asset Management experience with comprehensive knowledge of operating to ISO 55001 and/or ISO business management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001, 45001)
• That you have experience supporting initiatives to demonstrate industry benchmarking, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• That you have experience of leading technical investigations
• Previous experience of conducting risk and opportunity assessments and analysis.
• Previous experience in developing and mentoring talented people.
• That you have experience of building business cases and demonstrating items that can add value, increase performance, and drive efficiency.
• That you have excellent written and verbal communication skills (incl. presentation skills) and the ability to communicate at all levels, with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in any of the following roles would also be beneficial: Project Management, Asset Management, Facilities Management (SFG 20), Lean 6 Sigma or ISO Audit/Management Systems

About The Company

About Southeastern

Southeastern runs train services into London from Kent and East Sussex, operating almost 1,700 trains a day, carrying more than 400,000 passengers, serving 176 stations and covering 540 miles of track.

Just over 4,600 employees - mostly from the communities that we serve - work together to provide this vital service and we are looking to expand our successful team. We have a strong set of values that shape the way we run our business and guide our staff in delivering what our customers need. These are:

• We aim to be the best
• We make the difference together
• We care passionately about our people and our passengers

We are committed to being an inclusive employer, creating a workplace where everyone can come to work, feel safe and comfortable and able to do everything to the best of their ability. Read about some of the great Diversity and Inclusion initiatives our Head of Colleague Experience has been leading on here.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and it matters to us that our teams reflect the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

We proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives here.

We have also won the Top Employer award at the Women in Rail Awards 2022!

If you have been unsuccessful in the recruitment process for the same/similar position you will not be eligible to apply for a period of 6 months from that date.

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years and any previous railway employment). We will also complete right to work in the UK and criminal record checks. This is to ensure we are employing the best person for the role and to protect our customers, colleagues and our reputation. We are unable to offer sponsorship to work in the UK.

This post will close before the intended closing date should sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

SOUTHEASTERN is owned by SE Trains Ltd, a subsidiary of the Department for Transport’s public sector owning group, ‘DOHL.’ DOHL has responsibility for three rail companies, LNER, Northern Trains Limited and SE Trains.

Package Description

Southeastern recognises the value of every individual employee and offers benefits that reflect this.

As well as a generous salary, we offer an comprehensive benefits package which includes;

• A Contributory Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Free rail travel on Southeastern and GTR rail services (extends to family members for leisure/educational travel)
• After a qualifying period, reduced rate travel on other train operators, including European services
• Up to 25 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
• Private healthcare
• Access to an array of discounts for retail and leisure products through our benefits scheme.
• Family friendly benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity leave, parental leave and carers leave.