EHS Lead - Data Centre Construction Expert

Gds-Partners; Blyth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GDS Partners in Blyth, United Kingdom, is recruiting an EHS Lead to drive Health, Safety and Environmental performance on a major data centre project. The role requires NEBOSH or equivalent and 7+ years of construction HSE experience, with proven leadership on large-scale data centre schemes.

You will develop policies, lead audits, train teams, and ensure regulatory compliance across the site. Permanent role with strong career progression and a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• A relevant Health & Safety qualification, e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent.
• 7+ years' experience in Health & Safety within the construction sector.
• Previous experience on Data Centre, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environmental, Health & Safety activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop, implement, and monitor H&S policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Promote a positive H&S culture across all site activities.
• Carry out site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Review RAMS and other H&S documentation.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with company standards and project requirements.
• Lead investigations into accidents and near-misses and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and H&S training.
• Attend project and H&S meetings and report performance to senior management.
• Ensure environmental compliance and sustainability objectives are met.
• Drive continuous improvement across H&S performance.

Skills

Health & Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Site inspections

Communication

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent qualification

Job description

GDS Partners in Blyth, United Kingdom, is recruiting an EHS Lead to drive Health, Safety and Environmental performance on a major data centre project. The role requires NEBOSH or equivalent and 7+ years of construction HSE experience, with proven leadership on large-scale data centre schemes.

You will develop policies, lead audits, train teams, and ensure regulatory compliance across the site. Permanent role with strong career progression and a comprehensive package.