Operations H&S Manager Italy

Data4; Cornaredo; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DATA4 is seeking an H&S Manager to act as the Italian RSPP and drive the OPS & Fit Out safety program across Data4 sites in Italy. You will collaborate with operations, contractors and clients to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvement.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of ISO 45001, and experience managing health and safety on technical sites. Travel in Europe is possible; you will report to the Group H&S Manager and help define best practices.

Qualifications

• Operational health and safety management experience on technical sites.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years in H&S roles with safety program implementations.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement H&S policy and programs.
• Lead organizational structure for H&S deployment (committees, KPIs).
• Collaborate with Construction, Fit Out, and OPS teams on interface topics.
• Work with H&S peers in other countries to share best practices.
• Report status to Group H&S Manager and escalate issues.
• Identify risks, assess and implement safety measures per legislation.
• Develop and maintain safety procedures and training programs.
• Lead on-site H&S audits and log findings in JIRA.
• Ensure risk analyses for high-risk activities are completed and integrated into MOPs.
• Manage PPE proposals and evacuation drill planning.
• Support ISO 45001 compliance across group countries.

Skills

H&S management

ISO 45001 knowledge

Root cause analysis

FMEA

English fluency

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma

Safety training certifications

Master’s LM26 or equivalent

Job description

DATA4'S MISSION

DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.

DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.

DATA4 VALUES

• To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
• To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
• To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.

About The Role

The H&S Manager acts as RSPP (Responsabile del Servizio di Prevenzione e Protezione dei rischi) as defined by Italian law.

They are responsible for implementing the group's H&S "OPS & Fit Out" program in Italy, working closely with all stakeholders: Data4 staff (especially Operations and Fit Out teams), contractors, clients, etc., in compliance with all applicable regulations and as part of a continuous improvement approach.

Travel requirements: Occasional travel in Europe

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the review of the H&S policy
• Contribute to the development and review of the annual H&S program
• Define and lead the organizational structure (H&S committee, meetings, processes, KPIs, etc.) for deploying the H&S program
• Collaborate closely with the H&S Manager "Construction" Italy on interface topics between Construction, Fit Out, and OPS, as well as H&S awareness initiatives
• Work with H&S peers in other countries to improve processes and define best practices
• Report to the Group H&S Manager on implementation status and **escalate** any difficulties to define solutions jointly
• Identify risk factors, assess risks, and implement health and safety measures in compliance with legislation
• Develop and maintain safety procedures
• Propose and organise training and information programs for employees
• Participate in H&S consultations and annual reviews
• Provide employees with clear information on:
• General health and safety risks
• Emergency procedures (first aid, fire, evacuation)
• Designated emergency personnel
• RSPP staff and occupational doctor
• Specific risks and corresponding prevention rules
• Hazards from dangerous substances (if applicable)
• Prevention and protection actions implemented

On-site Activities

• Conduct H&S audits and log findings in JIRA
• Ensure risk analyses for High-Risk Activities (HRA) are completed and that related measures are integrated into MOPs
• Assign green/yellow/red safety cards as appropriate
• Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCA) for incidents and near-misses
• Oversee H&S action plans and track via JIRA
• Define and implement H&S awareness actions and tools
• Create H&S procedures, instructions, posters, etc.
• Propose and manage appropriate PPE for Data4 employees
• Lead evacuation drill planning and execution
• Contribute to the update of the Fire Safety Plan

Administrative Tasks

• Monitor regulatory compliance and maintain awareness of H&S legal updates
• Update regulatory documents and those required by the Integrated Management System (IMS), e.g., Risk Assessment Document, Prevention Plans
• Ensure ISO 45001 compliance across countries where the group operates
• Maintain H&S dashboards and KPIsManage the H&S document database to ensure proper organization and accessibility
• Propose training actions for Data4 teams
• Contribute to the improvement of H&S tools
• Participate in the annual H&S budget planning
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX files related to H&S initiatives (quotes, purchase orders, invoice tracking, etc.)
• Serve as the H&S point of contact for safety committees, labor inspectors, and official/legal entities
• Represent and defend Data4’s H&S positions with clients and contractors

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma (minimum) plus certified completion of training courses on workplace risks and safety, including:
• Risk prevention
• Ergonomics and stress
• Organizational and technical-administrative management
• Communication and trade union relations OR
• Experience in one of the above H&S roles for at least six months before August 13, 2003, along with appropriate training OR
• A degree in one of the following fields: L7, L8, L9, L17, L23 or a Master’s in LM26, or an equivalent recognized qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience required
• Proven experience in operational H&S management on technical sites involving construction, industrial building management, contractors, and client operations

Technical Skills

• Ability to understand and implement labor law and H&S best practices (e.g., INRS)
• Knowledge of and experience with ISO 45001
• Familiarity with continuous improvement tools: FMEA, 5M, Root Cause Trees, PDCA
• H&S audit experience
• Experience in project participation and methodology
• Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory

General Skills

• Strong operational H&S culture
• Integrity, confidentiality, and ethics
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills
• High attention to detail
• Analytical mindset
• Flexibility and adaptability