Operations H&S Manager

DATA4'S MISSION
DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.
DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.
DATA4 VALUES
At DATA4, we are driven by our values. These are the core of everything we do – from the proactivity we show in delivering great outcomes for our clients, to the responsibility we show as a key contributor to the digital economy. Our three values are:
To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The H&S Manager acts as RSPP (Responsabile del Servizio di Prevenzione e Protezione dei rischi) as defined by Italian law.
They are responsible for implementing the group's H&S "OPS & Fit Out" program in Italy, working closely with all stakeholders: Data4 staff (especially Operations and Fit Out teams), contractors, clients, etc., in compliance with all applicable regulations and as part of a continuous improvement approach.
Travel requirements: Occasional travel in Europe
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy:
Participate in the review of the H&S policy
Contribute to the development and review of the annual H&S program
Define and lead the organizational structure (H&S committee, meetings, processes, KPIs, etc.) for deploying the H&S program
Collaborate closely with the H&S Manager "Construction" Italy on interface topics between Construction, Fit Out, and OPS, as well as H&S awareness initiatives
Work with H&S peers in other countries to improve processes and define best practices
Report to the Group H&S Manager on implementation status and escalate any difficulties to define solutions jointly
Identify risk factors, assess risks, and implement health and safety measures in compliance with legislation
Develop and maintain safety procedures
Propose and organize training and information programs for employees
Participate in H&S consultations and annual reviews
Provide employees with clear information on:
General health and safety risks
Emergency procedures (first aid, fire, evacuation)
Designated emergency personnel
RSPP staff and occupational doctor
Specific risks and corresponding prevention rules
Hazards from dangerous substances (if applicable)
Prevention and protection actions implemented
On-site Activities:
Conduct H&S audits and log findings in JIRA
Ensure risk analyses for High-Risk Activities (HRA) are completed and that related measures are integrated into MOPs
Assign green/yellow/red safety cards as appropriate
Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCA) for incidents and near-misses
Oversee H&S action plans and track via JIRA
Define and implement H&S awareness actions and tools
Create H&S procedures, instructions, posters, etc.
Propose and manage appropriate PPE for Data4 employees
Lead evacuation drill planning and execution
Contribute to the update of the Fire Safety Plan
Administrative Tasks:
Monitor regulatory compliance and maintain awareness of H&S legal updates
Update regulatory documents and those required by the Integrated Management System (IMS), e.g., Risk Assessment Document, Prevention Plans
Ensure ISO 45001 compliance across countries where the group operates
Maintain H&S dashboards and KPIs
Manage the H&S document database to ensure proper organization and accessibility
Propose training actions for Data4 teams
Contribute to the improvement of H&S tools
Participate in the annual H&S budget planning
Manage OPEX and CAPEX files related to H&S initiatives (quotes, purchase orders, invoice tracking, etc.)
Serve as the H&S point of contact for safety committees, labor inspectors, and official/legal entities
Represent and defend Data4’s H&S positions with clients and contractors
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
High school diploma (minimum) plus certified completion of training courses on workplace risks and safety, including:
Risk prevention
Ergonomics and stress
Organizational and technical-administrative management
Communication and trade union relations
OR
Experience in one of the above H&S roles for at least six months before August 13, 2003, along with appropriate training
OR
A degree in one of the following fields: L7, L8, L9, L17, L23 or a Master’s in LM26, or an equivalent recognized qualification
Minimum 5 years’ experience required
Proven experience in operational H&S management on technical sites involving construction, industrial building management, contractors, and client operations
Technical Skills
Ability to understand and implement labor law and H&S best practices (e.g., INRS)
Knowledge of and experience with ISO 45001
Familiarity with continuous improvement tools: FMEA, 5M, Root Cause Trees, PDCA
H&S audit experience
Experience in project participation and methodology
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory
General Skills
Strong operational H&S culture
Integrity, confidentiality, and ethics
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong writing skills
High attention to detail
Analytical mindset
Flexibility and adaptability

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No