Senior HSE Lead - Data Center Construction

Iris Energy; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

IREN is seeking an experienced Health, Safety and Environmental Lead to elevate EHS across our on-site construction operations in Childress, Texas. You will partner with construction, electrical and operations teams to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement practical controls that protect workers and project performance.

You will shape IREN’s EHS management systems, drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, ISO 45001/14001), and lead training, incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in construction, utilities, data centers, or industrial operations.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance principles, and industry best practices.
• Track record of implementing or supporting structured HSE management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or equivalent).
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to coach, influence, and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated capability in hazard identification, risk assessment, and recommending practical, high-impact controls.
• Solid understanding of construction and electrical infrastructure activities, including permit-to-work, LOTO, and high-risk task management.
• Ability to travel periodically in support of IREN’s network of regional data centers and prospective U.S. sites.

Responsibilities

• Implement and continuously enhance the EHS Management System to ensure well-defined, fit-for-purpose processes that address business needs, mitigate risks, and seize opportunities.
• Champion a proactive culture of continuous improvement and lead effective change management within a fast-growing, multi-jurisdictional organization.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of health, safety, and environmental risks to identify areas for improvement and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Perform routine audits of safety and environmental performance to verify alignment with regulatory requirements and IREN’s internal policies.
• Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of safety and environmental data, including KPIs and site-specific outcomes.
• Participate in incident investigations, provide actionable recommendations, and share key learnings to drive site-wide improvements in HSE practices.
• Collaborate with the site safety manager to develop and execute annual health, safety, and training goals, ensuring measurable progress and successful implementation.

Skills

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Permit-to-work

LOTO

Construction knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) or related field

Tools

Compliance tracking software

Incident management software

Training and reporting tools

Job description

IREN is seeking an experienced Health, Safety and Environmental Lead to elevate EHS across our on-site construction operations in Childress, Texas. You will partner with construction, electrical and operations teams to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement practical controls that protect workers and project performance.

You will shape IREN’s EHS management systems, drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, ISO 45001/14001), and lead training, incident