Bachelor's degree in safety or related field, or equivalent experience
Two or more years in a health and safety role
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Safety certification(s) preferred
Experience in data centers or construction environments
Responsibilities
Lead efforts to ensure safe work environments and compliance with health and safety laws
Collaborate with EHS and other teams to develop and update HS standards
Implement HS programs with site teams
Identify HS training needs and support workforce training
Track and analyze work-related injuries and illnesses
Conduct HS incident investigations and recommend preventive measures
Perform risk assessments to identify and mitigate operational HS risks
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision packages
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Full Job Description
The Health and Safety (HS) Manager is responsible for HS compliance, leading and managing HS programs across DataBank facilities, and supporting a culture of safety throughout the company. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing safety programs in a data center or construction environment; conducting site assessments to identify non-compliance and best practices; supporting sites to comply with laws, regulations, and internal expectations; interpreting OSHA and state regulations; and writing clear guidance documents.
The HS Manager is a member of the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) team and reports to the Director of EHS. The HS Manager will partner with operations, infrastructure, design, construction and other teams to protect our employees; set HS expectations; identify, manage, and mitigate HS risks; maintain compliance; and achieve HS goals. The ideal candidate will be able to manage technical complexities and internal relationships, is self-motivated, and thrives working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Responsibilities
Lead DataBank's efforts to provide safe work environments and comply with health and safety laws and regulations, EHS policy, and company standards by developing relationships and communicating effectively across the company.
Work seamlessly and professionally with EHS and other teams to develop, implement, and update HS standards, guidelines, and procedures.
Collaborate with site teams to implement HS programs.
Identify HS training needs and support development, delivery, and tracking of workforce training.
Track, analyze, and report on work-related injuries and illnesses.
Complete HS incident investigations and root cause analyses; recommend and work together with Databank's to implement preventive measures and corrective actions.
Conduct HS inspections and support sites to address findings.
Manage third-party consultants.
Support the EHS management system roll out.
Perform risk assessments to identify operational HS risks, analyze their potential business impact, and develop controls and programs to mitigate them.
Review and advise on HS components of operating and emergency procedures.
Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory documents.
Represent the company in interactions with regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in safety or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Two or more years of experience in an HS role, or similar.
Ability to travel 25% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications
Safety certification(s)
Experience working in data centers.
Experience working in a construction environment.
Experience with Job Hazard Analysis
Experience with electrical safety and lockout/tagout programs.
Experience managing third-party consultants.
Knowledge of facilities management, engineering, and construction.
Experience interacting with regulatory authorities regarding HS issues.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while staying organized.
Demonstrated ability to build and manage collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Experience evaluating operations against OSHA regulations and consensus standards such as NFPA and ANSI.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to simplify HS complexities for non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency with (or ability to learn) MS Office, Power BI, Power Automate, and SharePoint.
Ability to work autonomously and with cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, set, and achieve targets.
Self-driven with a proven track record of results.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision packages
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
About DataBank
DataBank is a leading provider of enterprise-class data center, cloud, and interconnection services. The company was founded in 2005 and has since grown to become one of the largest privately held data center providers in the US, with facilities in Dallas, Minneapolis, and Kansas City. DataBank's services include colocation, cloud hosting, managed services, and network connectivity, and the company serves a wide range of customers, including Fortune 500 companies, healthcare providers, and government agencies. DataBank is known for its high-quality facilities and customer service, and has received numerous awards for its performance and innovation.