EHS Global Operations Compliance Manager

Equinix, Inc.; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dynamic Operations Compliance Manager specializing in Environment Health and Safety (EHS). In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and promote a culture of safety across operations. Your expertise will help shape policies and drive continuous improvement in EHS performance, making a significant impact on the organization’s sustainability goals. This innovative firm values diversity and is committed to providing an equitable work environment, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued. If you are passionate about EHS and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or Engineering required.
• Certified Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor in ISO14001 or ISO45001 needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and risk reduction.
• Monitor and report on EHS metrics and conduct audits.
• Develop and implement global EHS policies and training programs.

Skills

EHS Compliance

Risk Management

Audit Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Policy Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS or Engineering

Tools

ISO45001

ISO14001

ISO50001

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

EHS Global Operations Compliance Manager

Job Summary

The primary goal of Global Operations Compliance is to align with Equinix’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives by integrating them into our management systems. This is achieved through the establishment of a robust, quantifiable, and demonstrable internal control framework that ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and corporate policies across all geographic regions. Additionally, we strive to promote uniform adherence to all Equinix compliance standards on a global scale. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as an Operations Compliance Manager - Environment Health and Safety (EHS). You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of environmental, health, and safety performance, compliance, and risk management across Operations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and risk reduction within Operations
• Stay current with evolving EHS regulations and standards, adapting policies and practices, as necessary
• Assist with development and implement global EHS policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards
• Assist in the development and delivery of EHS training programs
• Provide support with Customer audits, customer presentations and Request-for-Information (RFIs)
• Monitor and report on EHS metrics, incidents, and trends to senior leadership
• Conduct regular audits to identify and address potential EHS risks and non-compliance issues
• Review EHS incidents and conduct independent investigation of any serious incidents. Managing remedial actions at regional/global level if required
• Work with team to ensure our certifications to ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO50001
• Ability to work with internal projects/safety campaigns
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship throughout the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS related subject or Engineering
• Qualified in safety to national country level
• Certified Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor in ISO14001, or ISO45001 required
• Excellent communication, planning and collaboration skills
• Knowledge level of EHS and regulatory, risk and compliance requirements as related to data center operations
• Ability to sort through complex technical issues and implement innovative solutions to resolve difficult problems
• Proactive and with good analytical skills and problem-solving mind-set
• Excellent writing and presentation skills. Experience developing policies and procedures is desirable
• Resilient, agile, decisive, and culturally aware. Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities
• Must be able to travel internationally, up to 25%

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy/childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political/organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.