Remote Data Center EHS Leader

Smartlink; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartlink is seeking an experienced Data Center Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead site safety for hyperscale data center projects and live operations. You will drive a zero-incident culture across high-volume fiber deployment, splicing areas, and overhead pathways, owning the site EHS program and audits.

You will manage EHS Representatives, ensure client/regulatory compliance, and maintain readiness for 24/5-24/7 operations across secure environments, with a strong field presence and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction/industrial safety experience (data center preferred).
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500 (or equivalent advanced safety training) preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Demonstrated experience with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions through closure.
• Strong communication, leadership, and coaching skills; able to influence crews and contractors in fast-paced, high-risk environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NFPA 70E, LOTO, fall protection, hot work, ladder/MEWP safety, and material-handling controls.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, JHAs/PTPs, permits, and SOPs/MOPs/EOPs; familiarity with client standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS reporting/inspection platforms; excellent documentation discipline.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass all required data-center background checks for site access.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, and continuously improve the site EHS program aligned to OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, NFPA 70E, environmental requirements, and client standards.
• Serve as the primary EHS point of contact for onsite leadership, client EHS, regulatory agencies, and audits/inspections.
• Develop and enforce SOPs/MOPs/EOPs, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs/PTPs), and controls for high-risk work.
• Lead, schedule, and coach EHS Safety Representatives; set priorities, review findings, and drive consistent application of standards.
• Maintain a visible daily field presence across data halls, MEP spaces, splicing areas, and construction zones.
• Conduct daily safety huddles, verify JHAs/PTPs, and review high-risk activities (energized work, elevated work, rigging/lifts).
• Oversee fiber-specific safety practices: shard control, eye/hand protection, clean splice areas, solvent handling, contamination prevention, and end-face cleanliness protocols.
• Ensure permit compliance, including LOTO, hot work, elevated work, confined space, and other site-specific authorizations.
• Lead incident and near-miss response; conduct joint investigations with Client EHS, perform root-cause analysis, and drive CAPA to closure.
• Maintain OSHA logs, training matrices, SDS libraries, and EHS reports; ensure audit-ready documentation and timely submissions.
• Conduct risk assessments for energized work, fall protection, material handling, and high-airflow environments; verify effectiveness of controls.
• Partner with project management, construction, logistics, and operations to sequence work safely and prevent conflicts in live environments.
• Deliver or coordinate required training (LOTO Authorized, NFPA 70E awareness/qualification, fall protection, hot work, spill response, First Aid/CPR/AED).
• Drive safety-culture initiatives: toolbox talks, near-miss campaigns, safety stand-downs, and coaching.
• Provide routine EHS dashboards/updates to leadership and client stakeholders.
• Oversee chemical management, spill prevention/response, and waste programs; support SPCC compliance.
• Support 24/5-24/7 operations as needed for maintenance windows, change events, shutdowns, and incident response.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program

OSHA knowledge

Incident investigation

Communication

Coaching/mentoring

Field presence

LOTO/hot work safety

Project coordination

MS Office

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Advanced safety training (OSHA 500)

Tools

EHS reporting platforms

MS Office

Incident tracking systems

Job description

Smartlink is seeking an experienced Data Center Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead site safety for hyperscale data center projects and live operations. You will drive a zero-incident culture across high-volume fiber deployment, splicing areas, and overhead pathways, owning the site EHS program and audits.

You will manage EHS Representatives, ensure client/regulatory compliance, and maintain readiness for 24/5-24/7 operations across secure environments, with a strong field presence and