Health and Safety Co- Ordinator in Derbyshire

Job description

Health and Safety Coordinator
Permanent
Based in Sines, Portugal
Onsite 5 days a week
Salary circa 40-45k per annum .

Must have fluent English - EU Passport or Permission to work in Portugal

Our client is a large Main Contractor specialising in the construction of large scale projects in the Pharma, Data Centre, Manufacturing and Warehouse space.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Health and Safety Strategy and Implementation

   • Develop, implement, and manage health and safety policies tailored to data centre construction projects.
   • Ensure compliance with local, national, and industry-specific safety regulations, maintaining our commitment to a zero-incident work environment.

2. Risk Assessment and Mitigation

   • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for data centre construction activities, identifying potential hazards and implementing strategies to mitigate them.
   • Develop project-specific health and safety plans, continuously monitor for effectiveness, and adjust as needed.

3. Site Inspections and Audits

   • Perform regular on-site inspections and audits to monitor adherence to safety protocols.
   • Proactively identify areas for improvement and follow up with corrective actions to maintain high safety standards.

4. Training and Awareness

   • Design and deliver safety training programs for site personnel, ensuring they are aware of best practices, hazard identification, and emergency response protocols specific to data centre environments.
   • Lead toolbox talks, safety briefings, and regular training sessions.

5. Incident Management and Reporting

   • Respond to on-site safety incidents, conducting investigations, and preparing reports with recommended actions to prevent recurrence.
   • Maintain thorough records of all incidents, inspections, and audits to support continual improvement in safety performance.

6. Stakeholder Communication

   • Act as the primary point of contact for all health and safety matters on data centre projects, liaising with internal teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
   • Communicate safety expectations clearly to all stakeholders and ensure alignment with project-specific safety requirements.

7. Continuous Improvement

   • Monitor industry trends, regulatory updates, and advancements in safety technology to keep the company's safety practices aligned with the best in the industry.
   • Recommend and implement improvements to safety protocols and systems, particularly as they relate to the unique demands of data centre construction.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience as a Health and Safety professional within the construction industry, with specific expertise in data centres or similarly technical projects.
• In-depth knowledge of local and international safety regulations and best practices for construction.
• Strong background in high-risk, high-tech construction environments, such as data centres, with proven experience in large-scale project safety management.
• Certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage site personnel and management alike.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Derbyshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

26-10-2025

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English