Senior Safety Officer, Data Center Construction Projects
Senior Safety Officer role on data center construction projects. Lead daily site safety, mentor junior officers and drive compliance and a strong safety culture within a structured EHS team.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Safety Officer to play a leading role in the day-to-day management of health and safety on large-scale data center construction projects. The Senior Safety Officer will work on site and report to the HSE Lead, acting as a key support to site management and as a mentor to Junior Safety Officers.
This role is suited to a hands-on safety professional with strong construction experience who can drive high safety standards and promote a proactive safety culture across complex, fast-paced worksites.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily health and safety activities on site
Support the HSE Lead in implementing the project H&S strategy
Supervise and mentor Junior Safety Officers
Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and behavioral safety observations
Ensure compliance with local legislation, client requirements, and company standards
Review and approve RAMS, permits to work, and high-risk activity plans
Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
Work closely with Project Management, Site Management, and subcontractors
Monitor subcontractor safety performance and drive continuous improvement
Maintain accurate safety records and reporting
Qualifications & Experience
Recoqnized qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline
Minimum 5+ years' experience in construction site safety roles
Experience on data center, industrial, infrastructure, or mission-critical projects is highly desirable
Strong working knowledge of construction H&S legislation and best practices
Experience reviewing RAMS and managing high-risk activities
Confident communicator with the ability to influence site behaviors
Proactive, structured, and solution-oriented approach
Fluent English required; local language skills are an advantage
What We Offer
A senior site-based role on high-profile data center construction projects
A well-structured EHS organization with clear leadership and support
Opportunity to mentor and develop junior safety professionals
Competitive salary and benefits
Long-term career development within an international construction organization
About CTS Group
CTS Group is one of the largest design and build contractors in Europe and the market leader in the Nordic region for data center delivery. With a globally diverse team, group companies, and a strong network of experienced partners, we deliver complex, mission-critical projects across Europe. Joining CTS means becoming part of an international organization at the forefront of data center construction, shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
- Department
- HSE
- Locations
- Vantaa Site (CTS Nordics Oy)
- Employment type
- Full-time