Project Health Safety Environment Manager

HSE Lead (Critical Infrastructure – Data Centre)

Location: Finland (site-based)

Employment Type: Full-time

Reporting to: Site Director

Role overview

We’re looking for an experienced HSE Lead to take ownership of health, safety, and environmental performance on a large critical infrastructure site in Finland.

The role covers both construction and live 24/7 operations in a high-risk data centre environment. You’ll be responsible for ensuring safe working practices, strong contractor control, and full compliance with local HSE requirements, while supporting uninterrupted critical operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all site HSE activities and act as main safety authority
• Manage contractor safety, inspections, and Permit-to-Work systems
• Support safe execution of high-risk activities (electrical, hot work, lifting, etc.)
• Maintain risk assessments and site risk registers
• Oversee environmental compliance (waste, chemicals, emissions, spill prevention)
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions
• Deliver inductions, training, and competency tracking
• Support emergency preparedness and site drills
• Work closely with facilities, engineering, and security teams

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years HSE experience in data centres, construction, industrial, energy, or utilities
• Experience in both construction and operational environments
• Strong knowledge of PTW, LOTO, contractor management, and incident investigation
• Good understanding of environmental compliance
• Comfortable working in high-risk, fast-paced environments
• Fluent in Finnish and English