HSE Lead - Data Centres

Specialist Technical Services (STS Group); Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Skill development opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction & engineering firm in Frankfurt is seeking an experienced HSE Lead to ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards are met on data centre projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of leadership experience in HSE within construction, strong communication skills, and thorough knowledge of HSE legislation. The role offers the opportunity to work with site management teams and contribute to a supportive team culture while promoting safety. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HSE leadership experience in a construction environment.
• Thorough knowledge of current HSE legislation and regulations.
• High proficiency in English (written & spoken).
• Ability to manage all HSE issues on projects.
• Excellent IT skills; quick to pick up new systems.
• A self‑starter capable of working on one’s own initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High proficiency in English (written & spoken).

Responsibilities

• Conduct site audits and assessments.
• Develop project-specific HSE documents.
• Ensure compliance with HSE legislation.
• Collaborate with site management teams.
• Promote company inductions and training.

Skills

HSE leadership

Knowledge of HSE legislation

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent IT skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety

Job description

HSE Lead - Data Centres

Join STS Group as our next HSE Lead in Frankfurt! We are looking for an experienced Health, Safety and Environmental professional to join our data centre projects in Germany. STS Group is a market‑leading E&I contractor, working mostly on mission‑critical projects for blue‑chip clients. We are part of the Dussmann Group, a privately owned, large‑scale integrated facility management specialist headquartered in Berlin.

The Opportunity

As our next HSE Lead, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring everyone goes home safe at the end of each day. You’ll work closely with the site management teams to ensure a positive and well‑informed HSE culture flourishes. Key to this role will be identifying all HSE risks and ensuring the best prevention and mitigation controls are in place.

What You'll Do

• Conduct site audits and assessments, follow up on corrective actions, and be the go‑to for all things Health, Safety and Environmental.
• Develop project‑specific HSE documents with the project management team (HSE Plans, RAMS, Aspects & Impacts Register, etc.).
• Ensure our sites are compliant with all relevant HSE legislation and adhere to our HSEQ Management systems (ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001).
• Collaborate proactively with site management teams, subcontractors and clients to promote the project EHS requirements.
• Promote STS Mission Zero by ensuring company inductions, site orientations and training are delivered in a timely manner.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of HSE leadership experience in a construction environment, ideally on electrical and/or mechanical projects.
• Relevant tertiary qualification and training in Environmental, Health & Safety.
• Thorough knowledge of current HSE legislation and regulations.
• Ability to efficiently manage all HSE issues on projects.
• Excellent IT skills; quick to pick up new systems.
• A self‑starter capable of working on one’s own initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High proficiency in English (written & spoken).

Desirable but not Essential

• Prior experience in Data Centre or Pharmaceutical projects.
• Work experience in Europe.
• Completed instructor training courses (e.g., working at heights, manual handling, or abrasive wheels).

Why Join The STS Group?

• A dynamic, growing company in the construction & M&E industry.
• A supportive team where your skills will be valued and developed.
• Competitive salary.

STS Group is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage experienced candidates from all walks of life to apply for this role.