Maintenance & Asset Data Lead

We're looking for a Maintenance & Asset Data Lead to take ownership of our asset and maintenance master data, ensuring high standards and continuous improvement across our systems. As part of digital transformation, this role will offer the opportunity to collaborate with many business areas and work on projects shaping the future of the organization.

What you'll be doing as a Maintenance & Asset Data Lead

In this role, you'll lead the management and assurance of maintenance and asset master data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and value across operations. You'll apply your expertise in SAP and data governance to shape best practices, influence stakeholders, and drive improvements in data quality and business processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and delivering master data management (MDM) activities, including data assurance and quality improvement.
• Owning and maintaining the asset and work data model in SAP, including relevant configuration data.
• Reviewing and approving changes to data models and ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Providing expert advice and influencing the planning and delivery of effective MDM strategies.
• Task management and providing leadership to a team of analysts and advisors, acting as a role model and mentor.
• Supporting incident analysis, resolution, and stakeholder engagement across the business.
• Driving the development of a centre of expertise for MDM aligned with strategic goals.
• This role is hybrid with 2 days a week based in Reading, RG1 8DB. There will be occasional travel required to meet stakeholders at different sites.

What you should bring to the role

We're looking for a proactive leader with deep technical knowledge and proficiency in data excellence. You'll be confident leading teams, influencing stakeholders, and delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

• Expert knowledge of SAP or a similar asset management system, such as Maximo.
• Proven leadership in data design standards, governance, and quality assurance.
• Strong project and activity management skills with a delivery-focused mindset.
• Excellent influencing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Able to build strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders across the business, with the ability to understand requirements and communicate in non-technical language.
• Experience mentoring and managing junior team members.

What's in it for you?

This role involves significant engagement with our digital transformation programmes and offers the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, driving improvements that shape the way the team operates.

• Competitive salary up to £64,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance-related pay up to 10% of salary.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to benefits supporting health, wellbeing, and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance.

Who are we?

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. We're committed to making a difference and supporting our staff to reach their potential.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse environment with opportunities for rapid career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in call centres or science labs, we're looking for passionate individuals eager to make a difference.

If you're seeking a sustainable career where you can impact millions' lives and help protect water resources, join us. We support you every step of the way to build a better future for our customers, region, and planet.

We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from everyone and providing support throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove barriers to success-let us know if you need assistance.

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Disclaimer: Due to high application volume, we may close the advert early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.