Head of Asset Management (Transmission)

Salary: Personal Contract

Reference:REQ3865

Do you want to be a part of an innovative and supportive team, where there are great opportunities for career progression and development?

Due to recent restructuring activity, we now have a vacancy for Head of Asset Management (Transmission). This critical role reports into the Director of Engineering & Network Strategy, part of the newly formed COO Leadership Team.

Working alongside leaders in the Engineering Directorate, the Head of Asset Management (Transmission) is a pivotal role in our business - you will lead a high-performing team in developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy for the management of our gas transmission network. You will be responsible for ensuring the long-term health, safety, and reliability of our assets, while optimising costs and achieving our ambitious sustainability goals.

I keep people safe and warm by…

• Developing and implementing a strategic asset management plan for the gas transmission network, aligned with GDN regulations and best practices.
• Leading a team of engineers and specialists in asset inspection, maintenance, and risk assessment.
• Developing and overseeing capital expenditure plans for asset replacement and refurbishment.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Staying abreast of the latest developments in the gas industry, including the transition to a low-carbon future.
• Managing the budget for the asset management function and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, contractors, and industry bodies.

What you’ll need

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in asset management, preferably within the gas or oil & gas sector.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful asset management strategies.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A deep understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) legislation.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of the UK gas market and the challenges of energy transition would be highly desirable.

With a positive and flexible approach to work you will be highly motivated with good organisational, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. In addition, you need to be an effective communicator at all levels and be able to act on your own initiative. Candidates would also be expected to demonstrate high level of computer literacy and associated skills. It is essential that you are committed to the SGN values and play a key role in your team delivering SGN targets while operating within our safety golden rules.

If you don’t have all the qualifications, we would still love to hear from you…we provide our own specialised learning and development programs, providing access to learning tools to help you acquire the skills needed to excel in our environment.