Senior Asset Change Manger

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?
For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.
It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
Information Services and Security have a vital role to play in a crucial national mission. We are here to enable the organisation to deliver through the use of technology. As AWE transforms itself to meet the needs of the UK’s next-generation nuclear deterrent, we need to adapt to deliver data-driven decision making, flexible and future-proofed IT services, adaptable cyber security, support to a multi-billion Pound building programme, and many more.
The scale might be daunting to some, but you’ll find it stimulating. We’ve got a long journey that we’ve only just started and we’re looking for motivated people who can take us in the right direction. Your role will contribute directly to that shared mission. We won’t deceive you, in some areas we’re starting from a low base, but within ten years this organisation will look quite different, and you can help make that happen. This is a role where you’ll contribute to a legacy of national security for decades to come.
So come and join us.
We are currently seeking a Senior Asset Change Manager to deliver Asset Change projects to time, cost, and quality, whilst remaining compliant with AWE Processes.
The role of the Senior Asset Change Manager is to drive efficient delivery of Asset Change Management requests on behalf of a business unit or project, whilst maintaining the correct balance between delivery and governance.
You will be expected to manage changes with awareness and compliance to the nuclear license conditions, conventional industry safety and environmental regulations.
We are interested in hearing from candidates who have a working knowledge of project or change delivery and an interest in working in a regulated environment.
Location - Reading area - Although there are opportunities to work from home, you will be required to travel to site as per business demands.
Salary - from £45,100 - £55,000
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site

Key Accountabilities:

• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality and be a great team player.
• Deliver a portfolio of Asset Change Projects in accordance with requirements, operational constraints, time, cost and quality.
• Deliver continuous improvement in the effectiveness and efficient application of company processes.
• Build and maintain collaborative cross-functional working relationships

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Asset Change Projects with focus on ensuring the correct balance between delivery and governance.
• Management of Asset Change Project resources.
• Lead the planning and coordination of Asset Change Requests within the business unit or programme.
• Presentation of changes to governance change boards to seek approvals for the changes
• Provide regular ACR delivery performance data to management meetings
• Provide guidance and advice on Asset Change Requests.
• Develop and maintain awareness of latest industry health, safety and environmental standards.

What do we need from you?

• Change Management experience
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels
• Leadership experience
• The ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Decision maker with proven problem solving capability

The following would be advantageous ;

• Project Management experience
• NC/HND/Graduate level qualification or equivalent in business management, project management, construction industry, manufacturing Industry, environmental or health and safety related discipline.
• Experience of working within a regulated environment
• Experience and knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment.

Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas
Please note that you must be a British National to apply for a role with us.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.