Job Title: Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Frankfurt, Germany (site-based)
Company Overview:
We are a leading provider of turnkey data centre solutions, specializing in the design and construction of data centres across Europe. Our projects cover a wide range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical services, ensuring that we deliver state-of-the-art facilities for our clients. We are currently delivering multiple projects in seven European countries, with over 430 MW of IT load in progress.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Health and Safety Officer to join our team in Frankfurt, Germany. The successful candidate will support the Project Management team and Site Health & Safety Lead in ensuring adherence to all environmental, health, and safety statutory provisions and legislation. This role will involve regular site inspections, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and promoting a proactive approach to health and safety across the project site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Project Management team and Site Health & Safety Lead in delivering project safety objectives.
- Ensure compliance with the company’s Safety Management System and relevant statutory provisions and legislation.
- Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, safe plans of action, and permits to work.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with the project execution plan and good safety practices.
- Conduct ongoing Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (C.O.S.H.H) assessments and ensure hazardous substances are controlled.
- Complete and register safety interventions, carrying out regular site audits and inspections, documenting findings, and following up on corrective actions.
- Maintain records of statutory inspections for project activities, tools, and plant equipment.
- Proactively manage Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements across the project.
- Ensure subcontractors adhere to EHS policies and procedures.
- Coordinate and manage site inductions and training programs.
- Compile and deliver Toolbox talks as needed.
- Assist with accident investigations, ensuring timely reporting and communication with the project management team.
- Oversee welfare and hygiene facilities, ensuring they are maintained throughout the project.
- Participate in daily activity briefings and whiteboard meetings.
- Ensure waste reduction and recycling programs are implemented in line with project policies and procedures
Requirements:
- Relevant third-level degree qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience on large construction sites.
- Thorough knowledge of current environmental, health, and safety legislation.
- Flexibility in working patterns, as required.
- Strong communication and computer skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team, managing all environmental, health, and safety issues on site.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile data centre projects while ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.