Configuration and Asset Controller

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Configuration & Asset Controller

12 month contract

Cheltenham

Summary

The configuration and asset manager will be responsible for maintaining up to date record of the configuration status of delegated test equipment physical hardware, software and all supporting technical and design documentation and data packs. Additionally, the configuration and asset manager will be responsible for conducting the administrative processes related to the delegated hardware assets, including asset tagging on initial delivery, direct control of the assets, and management of related records.

Key Activities

* Own the project issue register for delegated Test Equipment (TE) hardware

* Organise and act as secretary for the associated TE hardware Change Control Board

* Monitor agreed changes and liaise with Project Managers to assure their timely implementation

* Conduct the administrative processes related to delegated hardware assets, including asset tagging and IUID labelling of equipment

* Organize and manage all related asset records, ensuring data is updated and accurate

* Direct control of the assets, including auditing of their physical locations

* Coordinate with Calibration Department to ensure test fixtures and cables are appropriately calibrated / verified prior to use

* Work with other areas of the business to transfer assets between functions

* Collect data and produce ad hoc reports to project and programme management staff

Essential Responsibilities

* Proficient with MS Office tools

* Proven analytical and organizational ability

Qualifications/requirements

* Previous experience of Engineering Configuration / Change Management, or:

* Working knowledge of the Engineering lifecycle, or

* Foundation level knowledge of at least one Engineering discipline

* Perform with minimal supervision

* Strong oral and written communication skills

* Strong interpersonal skills

* Ability to influence others and lead small teams

* Ability to coordinate several projects / tasks simultaneous