Manager Global Operations Compliance - Environment Health and Safety

Equinix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Flexible leave

Job summary

Equinix is seeking a dynamic Global Manager in Compliance-Environment Health and Safety (EHS) to lead EHS compliance programs across our global operations, with focus on the EMEA region. You will develop global EHS policies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and monitor metrics to drive risk reduction and regulatory alignment.

You will also lead audits, deliver EHS training, and act as a trusted advisor on safety and environmental stewardship, traveling up to 25% to support multinational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS related subject or Engineering.
• Qualified in safety to national country level.
• Certified Lead Auditor in ISO14001, ISO45001 or ISO50001
• 5+ years in EHS compliance and management systems in critical process industries.
• Experience supporting ISO14001, ISO45001 across multiple sites; ISO50001 desirable.
• Excellent communication, planning and collaboration skills.
• Willing to travel internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global EHS policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and risk reduction.
• Monitor and report on EHS metrics, incidents, and trends to senior leadership and regulatory agencies.
• Stay current with evolving EHS regulations and standards, adapting policies and practices as necessary.
• Assist in the development and delivery of EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
• Provide support with Customer audits, customer presentations, and RFIs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor in EHS, offering recommendations to streamline processes.
• Conduct regular audits to identify and address potential EHS risks and non‑compliance issues.
• Support the planning, execution, and coordination of the annual EHS audit program within regions.
• Establish audit criteria and controls aligned with industry standards and Equinix policies.
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Responsible for EHS vendor management.

Skills

EHS compliance

Lead Auditor ISO14001

ISO45001 Auditor

ISO50001

Auditing

Data centre exp

Cross-functional collab

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or Engineering

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

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 a Global Manager in Compliance-Environment Health and Safety (EHS), as an individual contributor. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing EHS compliance programs across our organization's global operations, and, in particular, our EMEA region. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of environmental, health, and safety performance, compliance, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement global EHS policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and risk reduction.
• Monitor and report on EHS metrics, incidents, and trends to senior leadership and regulatory agencies.
• Stay current with evolving EHS regulations and standards, adapting policies and practices, as necessary.
• Assist in the development and delivery of EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
• Provide support with Customer audits, customer presentations, and Request-for-Information (RFIs).
• Serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor in EHS, offering recommendations to streamline processes and resolve complex EHS issues.
• Conduct regular audits to identify and address potential EHS risks and non‑compliance issues.
• Supports the planning, execution, and coordination of the annual EHS audit and assessment program (both internal and external) within the regions.
• Establishes and sustains audit criteria and controls, aligning them with industry standards, Equinix policies, and best practices.
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship throughout the organization.
• Responsible for EHS vendor management

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS related subject or Engineering.
• Qualified in safety to national country level.
• Certified Lead Auditor in ISO14001, ISO45001 or ISO50001
• Experience in EHScompliance and management systems (5 years+) in in critical process industries such as data centre, IT, telecommunication, airlines, or other industrial environments.
• Proven experience in supporting ISO14001, ISO45001 across multiple sites. ISO50001 is desirable and policy development.
• Excellent communication, planning and collaboration skills.
• Proven track record in supporting EHS compliance programs.
• Knowledge level of EHS and energy regulatory, risk and compliance requirements as related to data centre 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
• Resilient, agile, decisive, and culturally aware Ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities.
• Must be able to travel internationally, up to 25%.

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

Italy - ML2 Milan : 48,400 - 72,600 EUR / Annual

Poland - WA1 Warsaw : 173,000 - 277,000 PLN / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
• Core Benefits - Pension: You will be enrolled in the employee capital plan or pension, known as PPK, a contributory pension scheme for you and your employer to save funds intended for withdrawal on retirement.
• Private Medical Insurance: You may enroll yourself and eligible dependents in Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for greater choice, flexibility, and access to specialist care for short‑term illness or injury and so on.
• Life and Accident Insurance: Equinix provides Life and Accident Insurance cover for its employees which you can enroll in.
• Other Benefits and Perks - Employees have the option to select and use from a wide range of other benefits including: Annual Leaves, Flex Wallet (flexible spending account), Multi‑sport Card, Lunch Pass Card, Discount Portal, statutory allowances and reimbursements (remote working, corrective glasses reimbursement), and paid and unpaid leaves in line with local market practices and regulatory requirements.
• More details on eligibility and rules for leaves are in Equinix's HR policies.
• Eligibility and contribution requirements apply to some benefits, in line with company policy.
• Benefits are subject to specific plan/program or insurer terms and conditions, including changes at Equinix's discretion.
• Equinix will be compliant will regulatory requirements on benefits and leaves.

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.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.