EHS Lead – Seinäjoki, Finland

Role Overview

The EHS Lead will be responsible for leading and managing all Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) activities for a high-risk data center project in Seinäjoki. The role ensures full compliance with local legislation, client requirements, and international best practices, while fostering a strong safety culture across site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the EHS management system for the project
• Ensure compliance with Finnish EHS legislation, EU directives, client standards, and company policies
• Act as the primary EHS point of contact for the client, contractors, and regulatory authorities
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and safe systems of work
• Perform regular site inspections, audits, and safety walks; track corrective actions to closure
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventive measures
• Deliver EHS inductions, toolbox talks, and specialist safety training
• Monitor contractor EHS performance and ensure alignment with project requirements
• Maintain accurate EHS records, reports, KPIs, and statistics
• Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture on site
• Support emergency preparedness, drills, and response planning

Required Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent internationally recognized EHS qualification (mandatory)
• Additional safety, environmental, or occupational health qualifications are an advantage

Required Experience

• Proven EHS leadership experience on data center projects (mandatory)
• Experience working in very high-risk environments, preferably large-scale construction or mission-critical facilities
• Strong knowledge of construction EHS risks, including electrical safety, lifting operations, work at height, and confined spaces
• Experience managing multiple contractors and interfaces

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent knowledge of risk management and incident investigation
• Strong reporting, documentation, and organizational skills
• Confident working in fast-paced, high-pressure project environments