Infrastructure Asset Manager
CV-LibraryLondonpermanentPosted: 15 April 2026
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Location: London City Airport
Salary: £70,000pa - £75,000pa
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits: 25 Days Annual leave (+ Bank holidays), Pension Scheme, Up to 20% Bonus, Airport Central discount website, Holiday Buy scheme (Ability to purchase up to 1 weeks A/L per year), Access to Car leasing Scheme
We are seeking an experienced Airport Asset Manager to take ownership of the strategic and operational management of critical airport infrastructure assets at London City Airport. This is a key leadership role ensuring the safety, compliance, reliability and performance of essential systems that support uninterrupted airport operations.
About the Role
The Asset Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of airport assets including:
HVAC systems and building services
Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) installations
Terminal building fabric and infrastructure
Airfield assets including runway, lighting, and support equipment
Critical life-safety and operational systems
You will lead the development of asset lifecycle strategies, capital planning, and performance optimisation across both airside and landside environments.
This role is central to ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational resilience, aligned with regulatory requirements and London City Airport's long-term infrastructure strategy, including its journey toward net zero.
Key Responsibilities:
Asset Strategy & Lifecycle Management
Develop and implement a comprehensive asset management strategy across airport infrastructure
Define lifecycle strategies for critical systems (HVAC, power distribution, runway systems, lighting, M&E assets)
Prioritise capital investment based on risk, condition, and criticality
Ensure alignment with HSE, CIBSE, SFG20, and ISO 55000 standards
Asset Data & Systems Management
Maintain and improve asset registers within CAFM/CMMS systems
Ensure data accuracy through audits and condition assessments
Analyse asset performance to support maintenance and capital planning
Promote digital solutions, predictive maintenance, and IoT integration
Maintenance & Compliance
Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across airport infrastructure
Ensure compliance with aviation regulations (including EU Reg 139/2014 and CAP standards)
Work closely with Aerodrome Maintenance and NATS to ensure operational safety
Conduct risk assessments and enforce airside safety and environmental standards
Financial & Procurement Management
Develop lifecycle cost models and asset renewal budgets
Manage procurement and contracts for maintenance and capital works
Identify energy and cost efficiency improvements supporting net zero goals
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with operations, engineering, compliance, and project teams
Provide senior leadership with reporting, risk insights, and investment recommendations
Engage with regulators, contractors, and consultants Key Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of M&E systems, HVAC, and airport infrastructure
Experience in senior asset management within an airport or aviation environment
Ability to manage assets in live, safety-critical operations
Strong understanding of aviation regulations and airside safety
CAFM/CMMS proficiency and data-driven decision-making capability
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Financial and strategic planning capability Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Engineering, Building Services, Facilities Management, Asset Management, or related field
Experience in airport or aviation environments (essential)
Professional accreditation desirable (IAM, CIBSE, IWFM, Engineering Chartership)
Knowledge of ISO 55000 asset management frameworks
Understanding of aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Location: London City Airport
Salary: £70,000pa - £75,000pa
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits: 25 Days Annual leave (+ Bank holidays), Pension Scheme, Up to 20% Bonus, Airport Central discount website, Holiday Buy scheme (Ability to purchase up to 1 weeks A/L per year), Access to Car leasing Scheme
We are seeking an experienced Airport Asset Manager to take ownership of the strategic and operational management of critical airport infrastructure assets at London City Airport. This is a key leadership role ensuring the safety, compliance, reliability and performance of essential systems that support uninterrupted airport operations.
About the Role
The Asset Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of airport assets including:
HVAC systems and building services
Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) installations
Terminal building fabric and infrastructure
Airfield assets including runway, lighting, and support equipment
Critical life-safety and operational systems
You will lead the development of asset lifecycle strategies, capital planning, and performance optimisation across both airside and landside environments.
This role is central to ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational resilience, aligned with regulatory requirements and London City Airport's long-term infrastructure strategy, including its journey toward net zero.
Key Responsibilities:
Asset Strategy & Lifecycle Management
Develop and implement a comprehensive asset management strategy across airport infrastructure
Define lifecycle strategies for critical systems (HVAC, power distribution, runway systems, lighting, M&E assets)
Prioritise capital investment based on risk, condition, and criticality
Ensure alignment with HSE, CIBSE, SFG20, and ISO 55000 standards
Asset Data & Systems Management
Maintain and improve asset registers within CAFM/CMMS systems
Ensure data accuracy through audits and condition assessments
Analyse asset performance to support maintenance and capital planning
Promote digital solutions, predictive maintenance, and IoT integration
Maintenance & Compliance
Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across airport infrastructure
Ensure compliance with aviation regulations (including EU Reg 139/2014 and CAP standards)
Work closely with Aerodrome Maintenance and NATS to ensure operational safety
Conduct risk assessments and enforce airside safety and environmental standards
Financial & Procurement Management
Develop lifecycle cost models and asset renewal budgets
Manage procurement and contracts for maintenance and capital works
Identify energy and cost efficiency improvements supporting net zero goals
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with operations, engineering, compliance, and project teams
Provide senior leadership with reporting, risk insights, and investment recommendations
Engage with regulators, contractors, and consultants Key Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of M&E systems, HVAC, and airport infrastructure
Experience in senior asset management within an airport or aviation environment
Ability to manage assets in live, safety-critical operations
Strong understanding of aviation regulations and airside safety
CAFM/CMMS proficiency and data-driven decision-making capability
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Financial and strategic planning capability Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Engineering, Building Services, Facilities Management, Asset Management, or related field
Experience in airport or aviation environments (essential)
Professional accreditation desirable (IAM, CIBSE, IWFM, Engineering Chartership)
Knowledge of ISO 55000 asset management frameworks
Understanding of aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS)