EHS Manager (Data Centre)

cw; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an EHS Manager for a data centre project in Kuala Lumpur. You will lead planning, implementing, and monitoring HSE programs, ensuring compliance with local and international standards, and driving safety across all phases of the project.

Responsibilities include risk assessments, incident investigations, safety audits, training, and coordination with contractors to embed safety into design and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in HSE management, preferably in construction, facilities, or data centre projects.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety audits.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-risk, mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and standards for data centre projects.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses, and site inspections to ensure safe working conditions.
• Monitor compliance with local HSE regulations, international standards, and company requirements.
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training programs for employees and contractors.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and prepare reports with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and consultants to integrate safety into all project activities.
• Track HSE performance metrics and report to senior management.
• Ensure emergency preparedness plans and procedures are in place and tested.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.

Skills

HSE management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety audits

Safety leadership

Training & coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety / Environmental Science / Engineering

Job description

Job Title

EHS Manager (Data Centre)

Job Description Summary

We are hiring this role for an upcoming Data Centre Project in KL. You will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering electrical infrastructure projects within mission-critical data centre.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and standards for data centre projects.

• Conduct risk assessments, hazard analyses, and site inspections to ensure safe working conditions.

• Monitor compliance with local HSE regulations, international standards, and company requirements.

• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training programs for employees and contractors.

• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and prepare reports with corrective actions.

• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and consultants to integrate safety into all project activities.

• Track HSE performance metrics and report to senior management.

• Ensure emergency preparedness plans and procedures are in place and tested.

• Promote a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in HSE management, preferably in construction, facilities, or data centre projects.

• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices

• Experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety audits.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills.

• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-risk, mission-critical environments.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”