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Job Title:   Operations Health & Safety Lead Location: London Job Summary: Join a team defining the future of safe, sustainable, high-performance data infrastructure. As our Operations EHS Manager, you will oversee health and safety programs from early design through full facility operations. Your primary mission is simple:   eliminate   risk,   maintain   flawless compliance, and ensure our critical infrastructure runs entirely incident-free.   Acting as a true strategic partner, you will bridge global corporate EHS policies with local regulations across the UK and Nordic regions. Policy/Program Development and Risk Management: • Develop and implement local policies and procedures to ensure compliance with global Verne standards. • Conduct hazard analyses, risk assessments, and site inspections to   identify   potential safety concerns. • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies specific to operational risks such as high-voltage equipment, battery storage systems, working at heights, and confined space work. Regulatory Compliance: • Ensure strict adherence to all local Icelandic, EU, and international EHS regulations, where applicable. • Oversee the acquisition and maintenance of all essential EHS permits, licenses, and compliance documentation. • Serve as the main point of contact for external regulatory agencies (such as   Vinnueftirlitið ) during site inspections and official inquiries. Incident Management & Prevention: • End-to-End Incident Management by   assisting   local management carry out comprehensive investigations for all workplace accidents, near-misses, and safety observations across the business, ensuring   timely   reporting to leadership and regulatory agencies when   required . • Conduct thorough Root Cause Analyses and partner with cross-functional departments to develop, implement, and track Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) through to full closure. Training & Safety Culture: • Develop, deliver, and periodically evaluate site H&S induction and safety training programs to meet the evolving needs of our data centres. • Assess the effectiveness of existing safety education protocols, specifically   regarding   hazardous materials and safe work practices and implement strategic upgrades as   required . Contractor & Vendor Safety: • Lead the review and approval of contractor safety plans, risk assessments, method statements and permits to work via local teams. • Ensure contractor training and competency requirements are met prior to works   commencing . Emergency Preparedness • Ensure successful coordination of fire safety, evacuation drills, and emergency response exercises • Collaborate with facilities and physical security teams. Monitoring, Audits & Reporting • Conduct regularly scheduled safety inspections and internal audits of facilities to proactively   identify   and rectify non-conformances. • Execute workplace surveys and specialized risk assessments to ensure all sites meet or exceed local occupational health legislation. • Coordinate and support all internal and external EHS audits, safeguarding the integrity of our ISO 45001 management systems. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent senior-level field experience). • Relevant regional safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH General or Diploma, NVQ Level 6, NCRQ, or recognized European equivalents like   Työsuojelupäällikkö   in the Nordics or   Préventeur   in France) are highly desirable. • 5+ years of progressive EHS experience, with a proven   track record   in a managerial or leadership capacity within data centres, critical infrastructure, high-tech manufacturing, or large-scale industrial construction. • Sound technical   expertise   in high-risk operational hazards, specifically Electrical Safety (Arc Flash/HV), Confined Spaces, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and specialized Fire Suppression Systems.