Junior Consultant - AM (Asset Management)
Make a difference every day 

We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life".  
 
Your Opportunity  

We are looking for an Asset Management Consultant who will support in the delivery of Asset Management activities on projects and enhance the Asset Management service offerings to add value to client’s’ Operations & Maintenance organization.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate drive, enthusiasm and commitment to projects while projecting a professional image. Has excellent planning and organisation skills. Able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in a proactive manner with a positive attitude. Function confidently and competently within client environment and has a positive impact on clients’ perception of Serco. Consistently achieves high quality deliverables and requires limited direction and supervision. Shows flexibility in tasks and location, and deals well with ambiguity.

This role is part of our team of Asset Management Subject Matter Experts and will regularly travel between the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
 

Key Accountabilities

• Support the delivery of Advisory with Purpose projects
• Support in conducting Asset Management Maturity Assessments, Gap Analysis exercises, and support in the development of Road maps.
• Support in development of Asset Management Plans, Procedures, and standards.
• Support the implementation of Asset Management artefacts including Policies, Strategies, Asset Lifecycle Strategies and Asset Reporting.
• Undertake PMO responsivities on projects, developing progress reports, risk, and issues registers.
• Support in the development of pipeline of Asset Management opportunities in the MEA region.
• Assist in the development of tools, processes and systems to support the delivery of Corporate Transformation projects
• Support due diligence studies on client’s organisation, systems and processes in an effort to seek improvements and eliminate waste
• Support the change & transition design from current state organisation structures to the newly designed or newly established organisation structures
• Support on organisation design projects particularly for Corporate Transformation offices and functions
• Assist with the delivery of new entities mandated to oversee and manage the delivery of major infrastructure projects and programmes
• Support the execution of the technology vision, goals, and initiatives that support the long-term objectives and mission of the Corporate Transformation function
• Support the development and implementation of programme implementation plan and programme management information system

Specific Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent level of education or experience, preferably in the field of engineering or a related discipline.
• Holder of an IAM certificate is preferred
• Three (3) to six (6) years of relevant experience in project management, management consultancy or advisory services capacity
• Knowledge and experience in the following:
  • Strategic Asset Management
  • Knowledge of ISO55000
  • Strategy and Target Operating Models development
  • Transformation Programme Management
  • Organizational Excellence including framework, process, policies and procedures development and/or improvement
  • Change Management Frameworks and Business Readiness
• Sector exposure and experience of the following areas:
  • Infrastructure Development & Construction
  • Transport, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
  • Public Administration and Governmental Entities
• Strong analytical, organizational, multi-tasking, presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience of planning & reporting tools, including MS Project, Primavera – P6, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Good working knowledge of project management best practices.
• Basic knowledge of commercial and financial acumen related to project budgeting and cost estimation
• Ability to structure a process framework and comply with best practices in management, business processes and procedures developments and improvements
• Strong data management and detail oriented
• Knowledge of EAMS and Asset Information.

What’s in it for you? 

At Serco, our core values drive everything we do, and we believe in fairly compensating our colleagues for the value they bring to our organization. We are proud to offer a total reward package at Serco which includes: 

• Competitive monthly pay and allowances that are commensurate with the role and industry standards 
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage and life insurance, so our employees can feel secure in their health and financial wellbeing 
• We recognize the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer competitive leave benefits that exceed industry standards 
• We offer an annual airfare allowance to support our expat colleagues to stay in touch and visit their loved ones 
• We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where we foster a positive Safety-First culture 
• We care deeply about our colleagues' wellbeing and offer access to wellbeing programs and platforms to support their physical, mental, and emotional health. 
• As a global organization, we offer a vast array of career paths for our employees to choose from. The scale and breadth of our organization provides our colleagues with opportunities for growth and variety in their career path, both regionally and globally. 

Join Us 

At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day. 

Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career. 

Serco is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities and is committed to ensuring the safety of all of its employees through its Zero Harm initiative. Please visit www.serco.com/careers for more information.