Job Title: Asset CAFM Manager
Location: DSTL, Salisbury (on-site)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 16:30
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Security Clearance: SC (must be eligible)
Overview We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Asset CAFM Manager to take ownership of the asset and planned maintenance database at a secure Ministry of Defence site in Salisbury. This is a hands-on role focused on managing the Maximo CAFM system to ensure asset information is accurate, compliant, and effectively supports maintenance delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the Maximo CAFM system, ensuring all assets are correctly recorded, linked to SFG20 maintenance schedules, and maintained throughout their lifecycle.
* Oversee asset on-boardingand off-boarding, tracking changes through an auditable process.
* Produce 52-week maintenance planners for operational teams and support accurate end-of-month reporting to the client.
* Collaborate with internal teams and subcontractors to validate and update asset data, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, and legislative standards.
* Assist the Compliance Manager with updates arising from regulatory changes or contract amendments.
* Contribute to strategic asset planning, including the Forward Additional Services Plan (FASP), condition surveys, and lifecycle management.
* Identify and manage asset defects, validate service histories, and mitigate risks associated with asset failure.
* Maintain structured documentation to support audits and strategic decision-making.
Person Specification
* Proven experience managing CAFM systems, ideally Maximo, in a hard FM, defence, or critical infrastructure environment.
* Technically competent, preferably with an M&E qualification or practical hard FM experience.
* Strong IT skills, confident managing complex asset and maintenance data.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
* Excellent attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Understanding of statutory and mandatory maintenance compliance.
* Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Security and Benefits
* Applicants must be British citizens eligible for Security Clearance (SC) due to site security requirements.
* Competitive salary of £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience.
* Company car or car allowance.
* 25 days annual leave.
* 6% employer-matched pension contribution.
* Life assurance (2x annual salary).
* Single private medical insurance.
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