Job Introduction
- 40 hours per week
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Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00 with a 1-hour lunchbreak
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up to £35,000.00 per annum
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Sodexo rewards and benefits
Job Introduction
Are you looking to develop your career in asset management and technical services?
We are looking for a Junior Asset Manager to join our team at Merville Barracks in Colchester, CO2 7UT. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a technical background who is looking to build their experience in asset management, planned maintenance and technical services within a busy operational environment.
Working alongside the Asset Manager and reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will support the development and implementation of the asset management strategy, helping to ensure our assets, planned maintenance programmes and associated records are accurate, compliant and effectively managed.
You will work closely with the Hard Services and wider technical services teams, providing technical support and helping to coordinate planned maintenance activities. You will also have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of building systems, maintenance processes and asset management practices.
What you’ll do:
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Supporting the development and implementation of the asset management and estates maintenance strategy.
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Helping to maintain an accurate and up-to-date asset register and ensuring asset information is correctly recorded within the relevant Management Information System.
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Supporting the planned maintenance programme and ensuring it aligns with contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements.
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Assisting with the development and maintenance of a planned maintenance task library, incorporating statutory requirements, manufacturer recommendations, SFG20 guidance and industry best practice.
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Supporting the updating of asset data following projects, lifecycle replacements and maintenance works.
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Assisting with the preparation of business cases for technical projects and lifecycle replacement works.
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Supporting the development of technical specifications and documentation for project and maintenance works.
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Working closely with Hard Services colleagues to coordinate and schedule planned maintenance activities.
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Supporting the maintenance and updating of As Built records, property files and drawings where required.
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Assisting with monthly KPI reporting and performance information.
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Providing technical support and guidance to the wider technical services team where appropriate.
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Supporting technical audits and compliance activities.
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Attending meetings with clients and internal stakeholders to discuss planned maintenance activities and progress.
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Promoting a positive health and safety culture and supporting compliance with company and statutory requirements.
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Participating in on-call and escalation processes where required.
What you bring:
We are looking for someone who is technically minded, organised and keen to develop their career within asset management and technical services.
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A relevant technical qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
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A basic understanding of building services and/or civil engineering environments.
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Some experience or awareness of scheduling and coordinating planned maintenance activities.
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Familiarity with CAFM systems or maintenance management software.
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Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications.
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A basic understanding of JSP 375 Safe Systems of Work and health and safety compliance requirements.
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An IOSH Managing Safely qualification, or a willingness to work towards obtaining one.
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Awareness of Authorised Person responsibilities in a relevant discipline would be desirable.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers and clients.
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The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also using your own initiative.
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A flexible approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure when required.
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A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
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Mental health & wellbeing support
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Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
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24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
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Discounts for you & family
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Financial tools & retirement plan
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Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
