Director - Health And Safety

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Health & Safety Director is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management of health, safety, and environmental strategies for the planning and development of a large-scale, state-of-the-art data center campus, with accountability to ensure that construction complies with all regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies 

The role ensures that HSE risks are proactively identified and managed, regulatory compliance is maintained, and a strong safety culture is embedded across projects. This role plays a key part in ensuring business continuity, protecting people and assets, and supporting ESG and sustainability objectives. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy Development and Implementation  

• Develop and lead the implementation of the programme-wide HSE strategy aligned with corporate objectives, international best practices (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001), and national regulatory requirements. 

• Establish and maintain HSE governance, policies, and performance standards across all projects within the programme. 

• Champion a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement, workforce empowerment, and behavioural safety initiatives. 

• Drive HSE leadership among senior stakeholders and project teams, ensuring integration of HSE in planning, execution, and handover phases. 

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures 

• The development and implementation of programme-wide policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all areas of the function to ensure that all relevant procedural and legislative requirements are met consistently. 

Performance Monitoring & Reporting: 

• Define and monitor key HSE performance indicators (KPIs, LTIFR, TRIR, audit scores) and provide regular reporting to programme leadership and regulatory bodies. 

• Preparation of periodical management reports and progress reports to keep the senior management informed about the progress of various initiatives and to facilitate decision-making across the programme 

• Lead project audits and facilitate third-party audits, certifications, and inspections. 

Stakeholder Management 

• Maintain positive working relationships with government departments, regulators, and programme stakeholders to ensure mutual support and compliance with HSE requirements. 

• Regularly liaise and engage with the programme and project HSE teams to offer and receive support, ensuring that HSE management and performance align with the required standards and practices. 

• Lead initiatives to promote visible and proactive management commitment and engagement from all stakeholders, including Consultants, Contractors and Sub-Contractors and Vendors & Equipment Providers, in HSE activities such as safety presentations, leadership site visits, and training programs 

Risk Management & Compliance: 

•  Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal HSE requirements across all projects within the programme.  

• Identify, evaluate, and manage HSE risks through comprehensive risk registers, job hazard analyses, and mitigation plans.  

• Lead incident investigation protocols (e.g., root cause analysis) and oversee the timely closure of corrective and preventive actions.  

• Develop and implement emergency response plans for potential incidents or environmental emergencies across the programme.  

• Coordinate emergency response drills and ensure that all projects are well-prepared to handle crisis situations effectively 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications: 

Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent  

Relevant professional qualification or chartered status 

Advanced HSE certifications preferred (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, CSP, CMIOSH) 

ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification highly desirable 

Minimum Experience: 

15+ years of relevant professional experience (including previous director role), including the delivery of data centers or other complex engineering projects across the entire project life cycle. 

Proven leadership in high-risk environments such as construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, or energy 

Strong track record in regulatory liaison, incident management, and cultural transformation 

Job-Specific Skills (Generic / Technical): 

HSE Management Systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) 

Risk Assessment & Root Cause Analysis 

Environmental Impact Mitigation & Permitting 

Digital HSE tools (e.g., EHS software, Power BI dashboards) 

Training Design and Delivery 

Strong report writing, presentation, and communication skills