HSE Manager - Data Centre

Project: 27MW Data Centre / Mission Critical
Location: Frankfurt, Germany (25 minutes from Frankfurt Airport)
Package: Competitive salary + €1,400 net tax free monthly subsistence + accommodation + flights + benefits

We are working with an established international M&E contractor delivering a major 27MW Data Centre project in Frankfurt, as they continue to strengthen their presence across the European mission-critical sector.

This is an opportunity to join a high-profile Data Centre project at a critical stage of delivery, working within an experienced project team and playing a key role in maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance across the site.

For an experienced HSE professional, this is an opportunity to take a visible and influential position within a major M&E delivery environment, working directly with project leadership, specialist subcontractors and client stakeholders while gaining further exposure to the rapidly expanding European Data Centre market.

This opportunity is offered on a 10/4 rotation with accommodation and flights covered. 

Responsibilities - HSE Manager

• Lead the implementation of the project EHS management system across site
• Drive a strong, proactive safety culture across the project
• Lead regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews
• Review RAMS, method statements, SOPs and project risk assessments
• Coordinate HSE requirements across site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders
• Manage project HSE plans, safety files and EHS documentation
• Lead and attend project EHS coordination meetings
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions and lessons learned
• Monitor training, competency and site compliance requirements
• Track and close out audit and inspection findings through relevant digital platforms
• Prepare HSE reports and support KPI reporting
• Work closely with project management, subcontractors and client representatives
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and practical safety solutions on site
• Represent the contractor professionally during audits, inspections and client engagements

Skills and Experience - HSE Manager

• Substantial experience in an HSE, EHS, Health & Safety or Safety Lead position
• Strong background within construction and site-based project delivery
• Experience working within M&E, MEP, building services or Data Centre environments highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of construction health and safety legislation and regulatory requirements
• Experience conducting site audits, inspections and risk reviews
• Strong experience reviewing RAMS, method statements, SOPs and risk assessments
• Relevant third-level qualification in Environmental Health & Safety or a related discipline
• IOSH or equivalent EHS accreditation
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• Experience managing HSE requirements across contractors and subcontractors
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with digital construction/EHS platforms such as Procore, EIDA, Kianda or similar
• Fluent English language skills
• Full clean driving licence

Package & Benefits - HSE Manager

• Competitive salary aligned with the Data Centre market
• €1,400 net monthly tax free subsistence
• Accommodation provided
• Flights/travel covered
• Opportunity to work on a major 27MW Data Centre project
• Long-term project pipeline within the Data Centre and mission-critical sector
• Opportunity to work within an established international M&E contractor

This role would suit an experienced HSE Manager, EHS Manager, Health & Safety Manager, HSE Lead or Senior HSE Advisor with strong construction experience, ideally gained within Data Centres, MEP/M&E, building services or other large-scale projects.

The successful candidate will be confident operating on site, managing contractor and subcontractor safety, influencing project teams and balancing regulatory compliance with practical, delivery-focused HSE management.

All end client and specific project details will remain confidential during the initial stages of the process.

If you’re an HSE Manager / EHS Manager / Health & Safety Manager / HSE Lead looking for your next opportunity within the Data Centre and mission-critical sector, apply here or contact Kate Baxter directly on +44 7817 066 629.

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