Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist

Asiacom Americas Inc; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Asiacom Americas Inc invites an experienced EHS Specialist to lead and strengthen EHS programs across its data centers in the US, including multiple locations. You will champion safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating incident response and training.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field, 1–3 years in EHS, knowledge of OSHA/ISO 45001, and willingness to travel across sites as needed; strong communication and independent work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years in EHS roles, preferably data centers or IT facilities.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA, ISO 45001, and US environmental laws; relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EHS programs for data centers across the US.
• Lead real-time EHS incident response and coordinate with teams and emergency services.
• Conduct EHS risk assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Develop, update, and enforce EHS policies and procedures.
• Integrate EHS into daily operations through training and standardized practices.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident response

Training & awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description: EHS Specialist – Data Center

We are seeking an experienced EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) professional to oversee and strengthen EHS programs across our data centers in the US (West Coast, East Coast, Atlanta, etc.). This role plays a critical part in ensuring workplace safety, compliance, and operational resilience while fostering a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation and coordination of EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) programs for data centers in the US.
• Lead real-time response and resolution of EHS incidents, ensuring effective communication with internal teams, emergency services, and stakeholders to minimize disruption and protect people and infrastructure.
• Conduct comprehensive EHS risk assessments, identify key hazards, and develop optimized risk control plans to strengthen the management system.
• Develop, update, and improve EHS policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational resilience.
• Foster a strong safety culture by integrating EHS into daily operations through training, awareness initiatives, and standardized practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in EHS roles, preferably within data centers, IT infrastructure, or mission‑critical facilities.
• Solid understanding of EHS regulations and standards, including OSHA, ISO 45001, and local environmental laws across the US; relevant EHS certifications are preferred.
• Proven experience conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation plans, and managing incident response.
• Ability to develop, implement, and enforce EHS policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, external vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally across data center locations in the US.

Pay

Based on experience