HSE Lead (Data Center)

CTS Group; Vennesla; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation support

World-class hyperscale Data Centre

Career progression

Training and development

Safety-first culture

International exposure

Job summary

CTS Group is recruiting an experienced HSE Lead to join our team delivering large-scale hyperscale Data Centre projects in Kristiansand, Norway. You will lead all Health, Safety and Environmental activities across the project, working closely with project teams, subcontractors and client representatives to drive a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance.

The role is site-based with strong leadership requirements, and opportunities for professional development within Europe’s dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety or related field.
• NEBOSH Diploma or IGC required or equivalent.
• NEBOSH/Iso 45001 or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5–8 years' HSE lead experience in construction/industrial/critical environments.
• Experience leading HSE on large-scale Data Centre or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Health, Safety and Environmental activities across the project.
• Drive proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with procedures and legislation.
• Provide leadership to the site HSE team and coordinate with project teams and subcontractors.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and safety observations.
• Mentor HSE staff and promote continuous safety improvements.

Skills

HSE leadership

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Team mentoring

Safety culture

Site inspections

Communication

Digital HSE reporting

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety

NEBOSH Diploma

NEBOSH IGC

ISO 45001 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

HSE reporting software

Job description

CTS Group is currently recruiting an experienced HSE Lead to join our growing team delivering large-scale hyperscale Data Centre projects in Kristiansand, Norway.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Europe's fastest-growing mission-critical contractors, working on some of the world's most complex data centre developments while contributing to a culture where safety, quality and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Director, you will lead all Health, Safety and Environmental activities across the project, ensuring the highest standards of HSE performance are achieved throughout every stage of delivery.

This is a hands-on site leadership role where you will work closely with project teams, subcontractors and client representatives to drive a proactive safety culture, ensure compliance with company procedures and local legislation, and provide leadership to the wider site HSE team.

Why Join CTS Group

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Accommodation and rotation support (where applicable)
• Opportunity to work on world-class hyperscale Data Centre projects
• Join one of Europe's fastest-growing mission-critical contractors
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression across international projects
• Collaborative, safety-first working environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety or a related discipline
• NEBOSH Diploma, NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5- 8 years' HSE Lead experience in a Health & Safety role within construction, industrial or mission-critical environments
• Previous experience leading HSE on large-scale construction or Data Centre projects
• Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment and incident investigation
• Experience leading site inspections, audits and safety observations
• Proven ability to manage and mentor HSE teams while promoting a positive safety culture
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Proactive approach with the confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours and influence site teams
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital HSE reporting systems
• Fluent English essential
• Previous Data Centre experience would be a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of Norwegian HSE legislation desirable