Data Center EHS Lead: Safety & Compliance

cw; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced EHS Officer to support safe, compliant operations across APAC data center facilities. You will drive EHS programs, coach teams, and ensure client and company standards are met.

The role requires strong knowledge of safety regulations, incident management, and the ability to manage multiple site workstreams while delivering regular reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and professional health and safety

Qualifications

• 5+ years of health and safety experience in data centers or critical environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and safety regulations.
• Experience supporting EHS programs, audits, and incident management.
• Ability to manage multiple streams and priorities under pressure.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to influence teams.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a related field preferred.
• Industry qualifications in health and safety are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of EHS policies across site operations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, client standards, and Cushman & Wakefield requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and review of SWMS, risk assessments, and other safety documentation.
• Provide coaching and support to site teams, subcontractors, and vendors on safe work practices.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox talks, and safety training to strengthen site safety culture.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation for project teams and clients.
• Support incident, near miss, and corrective action management, including escalation and follow-up.
• Provide leadership support to onsite engineering operations teams across multiple operational workstreams.
• Ensure site teams and vendors adhere to client and Cushman & Wakefield policies and procedures.
• Support SLA, KPI, and client reporting requirements on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
• Contribute to vendor governance, contractor meetings, and corrective action plans where performance falls below expectations.
• Provide advice on operating client facilities safely, including support for statutory compliance and certification requirements.
• Support client projects and coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure safe execution of work on site.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support operational performance and scalability.
• Support facility-related budget compliance in line with contract requirements.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

English Proficiency

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Professional health and safety qualifications

Tools

MCIM

Famis 360

BI dashboards

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced EHS Officer to support safe, compliant operations across APAC data center facilities. You will drive EHS programs, coach teams, and ensure client and company standards are met.

The role requires strong knowledge of safety regulations, incident management, and the ability to manage multiple site workstreams while delivering regular reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and professional health and safety