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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Asset Data, Systems & Improvement - **Company:** South West Water - **Location:** Exeter, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £72,862.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Information Systems, Data Governance, Decision Support Systems, Digital Asset Management, Digital Technology, Information Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Data Management - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5822594760 ## About the Role * Significant leadership experience within asset data, asset information management, enterprise systems or business improvement functions. * Experience operating in a regulated utility, infrastructure, engineering or asset-intensive environment. * Demonstrable success in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and data quality programmes. * Experience owning enterprise asset management systems, GIS platforms or equivalent business-critical information systems. * Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation, change or continuous improvement programmes. * Experience influencing and collaborating with senior stakeholders across multiple business functions. * Strong supplier, contract and commercial management experience. Desirable Experience * Experience leading ISO 55001 implementation or asset management maturity programmes. * Experience integrating complex data platforms and eliminating organisational data silos. * Experience supporting regulatory submissions and compliance reporting. * Knowledge of digital asset management technologies, analytics and predictive asset management approaches. Key QualificationsRequired * Degree qualification in Engineering, Asset Management, Information Management, Data Management, GIS, Computer Science or a related discipline. * Chartered status, or working towards professional accreditation through an appropriate institution (e.g. ICE, CIWEM, BCS, RICS or equivalent). ## Description We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career. Ready to make a splash? Join our team today. Role Purpose To provide strategic leadership and end-to-end accountability for the organisation's asset information, business data systems and continuous improvement programmes across water and wastewater operations. The role ensures that asset data is accurate, trusted, governed and accessible, enabling effective asset management, regulatory compliance, operational performance and long-term investment planning. Working at the intersection of Asset Management, Operations, Engineering and Digital Technology, the post holder will champion best practice in asset information management, drive ISO 55001 compliance, and lead the evolution of systems and processes that support informed, risk-based decision making. Key DeliverablesAsset Data Governance & Quality * Develop and implement the Asset Data Strategy and associated improvement roadmap. * Establish clear asset data governance standards, ownership structures and accountability frameworks. * Deliver measurable improvements in asset data quality, completeness, accuracy and timeliness. * Ensure asset information supports regulatory reporting requirements and business compliance obligations. Asset Systems Leadership * Own and continuously improve core asset information systems, including GIS, Ellipse, Equipment Registers and Drawing Management systems. * Deliver system enhancements and integrations that create a single source of truth for asset information. * Improve system performance, resilience, user experience and adoption across the organisation. Asset Management & Business Improvement * Lead and coordinate asset management improvement initiatives across the organisation. * Act as business lead for ISO 55001 compliance and continuous maturity development. * Ensure robust asset information supports risk-based decision making, investment planning and operational performance. Stakeholder & Supplier Management * Build effective partnerships across Asset Management, Operations, Capital Delivery and Digital teams. * Influence senior stakeholders to drive adoption of improved processes and standards. * Manage key technology and data suppliers, ensuring delivery against agreed business outcomes and value for money. Leadership & Capability Development * Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing asset data and systems team. * Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. * Develop organisational capability in asset information management, governance and system utilisation. ## Related Videos - [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Hacking Your Vacation: Using Data for Fun](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/585-hacking-your-vacation-using-data-for-fun) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [AI beyond the code: Master your organisational AI implementation.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1248-ai-beyond-the-code-master-your-organisational-ai-implementation) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)