Health & Safety Manager Germany

ABOUT THE ROLE

They are responsible for the implementation of the “Construction, Fit Out and Ops” H&S programs locally in relation with all relevant stakeholders, in particular with the « Construction, Fit Out and OPS » teams, to develop a real H&S culture, to meet the group H&S objectives in compliance with all applicable regulations and within the framework of a continuous improvement process.

They work closely with the other H&S Managers in different countries where Data4 operates to develop a common H&S culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Governance:

• Implement and manage locally the Datat4 H&S policy and program including processes, procedures, meetings, reports, KPIS, communication, best practices, etc.
• Implement and manage the relevant local H&S organization by involving and coordinating all the stakeholders: Data4 employees, in particular “Construction, Fit Out and OPS » teams, H&S third party, contractors, etc.
• Define the missions of the « Construction and Fit Out » H&S third parties in relation with the « Construction & Fit Out » teams which manage the related budget then supervise and control its proper execution.
• As the main point of contact for H&S matters to meet customer expectations in accordance with Data4’s H&S policy.
• Report to the H&S Manager Group on the implementation of the H&S policy and program then alert him, if necessary, to any difficulties encountered in order to define together the solutions to be implemented.

On Site:

• Lead the implementation of the H&S awareness actions.
• Ensure the completion of risk analyses related to High-Risk Activities (HRA) and the integration of related preventive measures in all the relevant documents: MOPs, etc. by all stakeholders.
• Carry out H&S audits on the field.
• Assign green/yellow/red cards if necessary.
• Lead the formalization and implementation of all H&S action plans.
• Carry out Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for work-related accidents, near misses, etc.
• Formalize H&S procedures, instructions, posters, etc.
• Lead the execution of evacuation drills.

Administrative:

• Participate in H&S regulatory monitoring, ensure compliance with all H&S regulatory requirements and act as the main point of contact for all administrative agencies regarding H&S.
• Participate in the proper maintenance and deployment of the IMS in all countries where the group operates about the ISO 45001 standard.
• Manage the H&S reports and KPIs (creation, maintenance, etc.).
• Manage the H&S database to ensure the proper organization, availability, relevance and completeness of all necessary H&S documents.
• Propose to the HR Department H&S trainings for Data4 employees.
• Manage PPE for Data4 employees.
• Participate in construction and review of the annual H&S budget then follow up its implementation.
• Participate in the definition of OPEX and CAPEX necessary for the implementation of H&S action plans.

RESPONSIBILITES IN TERMS OF IMS CERTIFICATIONS

Respect and enforce certification policies in terms of:

• H&S: Respect and enforce health and safety rules.
• Environment: Respect and enforce environmental policies.
• Information security: Respect and enforce information security policies
• Energy: Respect and enforce the policy of reducing energy consumption.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and experience

• At least 10 years’ experience in managing an H&S approach on a site where various technical activities related to the management of industrial buildings with coactivity between several companies take place, ideally in the data center industry.
• Engineer profile or equivalent Bac + 5.
• H&S training.

Technical skills

• Ability to identify, understand and implement the mandatory requirements and the recommendations of external organizations regarding H&S.
• Knowledge and practice of H&S audits.
• Knowledge and practice of analysis and continuous improvement tools: FMEA, 5M, cause trees, PDCA, etc.
• Knowledge and practice of the ISO 45001 standard.
• Supervision of service providers.
• English is a must

Behavioral skills

• Strong H&S culture.
• Sense of confidentiality, integrity and ethics.
• Strength of proposal.
• Good interpersonal skills integrating pedagogy and firmness.
• Very rigorous.
• Analytical skills.
• Good writing skills