Health & Safety Consultant - Data Centre Projects

I am currently looking to recruit a Health & Safety Consultant to support a major data centre programme for our Data Centre Client. This role is ideally suited to someone who is passionate about health and safety but can also operate pragmatically within a live, fast-paced, commercial construction environment.

Based on our client's sites, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of health and safety across multiple data centres in construction and fit-out stages within the campus, including associated infrastructure works.

• Undertaking regular Health & Safety audits (Minimum 2 per week per Data Centre) across four live data centre sites and site-wide infrastructure within the campus
• Carrying out daily site walks and safety observations, identifying unsafe acts, conditions, and opportunities for improvement
• Monitoring contractor compliance with:
• RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Construction Phase Plans
• Permit-to-work systems (including high-risk DC activities such as electrical and mechanical works)
• Providing practical, proportionate advice to contractors and site teams to maintain safe working practices without hindering programme delivery
• Liaising closely with the Senior Consultant managing CDM and H&S, ensuring a consistent approach across all sites
• Supporting the coordination and implementation of CDM duties where required
• Producing regular audit reports and written updates for both the client and Spectra
• Providing day-to-day verbal updates on site performance, risks, and emerging issues
• Identifying trends and recurring issues, feeding into wider project-level reporting and continuous improvement
• Supporting a strong safety culture, engaging positively with site teams and stakeholders

• NEBOSH Certificate
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Health & Safety role
• Experience with in construction, M&E, or data centre environments
• Strong understanding of health & safety and risk management principles
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently on site while feeding into a wider team

• NEBOSH Diploma (or working towards)
• Experience working under CDM Regulations
• Previous experience on data centre or critical infrastructure projects

• Salary Circa £50,000- £55,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Medical Cash Plan
• Long-term, stable project (3+ years)
• Opportunity to work on a major UK data centre programme
• Ongoing support and development within a professional consultancy environment