Data Center EHS Specialist

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Center EHS Specialist in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Data Center team in achieving operational success as primary EH&S subject matter expert for ongoing projects
• Actively contribute as a team member of the overall Americas and Customer Enterprise EH&S function
• Work with the business to ensure all EH&S requirements for data center projects are documented through a site-specific program that is executed to company, customer and regulatory standards
• Provide program administration support for projects to develop and implement programs, pre-task plans, and job hazard analyses
• Provide EH&S leadership for high-risk data center activities including energized electrical work interfaces, commissioning and startup support, lockout/tagout coordination, confined spaces, and simultaneous operations
• Coach/mentor employees on safe work practices, hazard identification and risk management; Lead by example; Exercise Stop Work Authority where unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed and ensure appropriate escalation and resolution
• Interface directly with customers, general contractors, and commissioning teams to align on EH&S expectations, site specific rules, and permit to work processes
• Assist in the development, implementation, and measurement of EH&S programs, strategies, policies, training, and procedures in alignment with Corporate and Business expectations
• Visit job sites on a regular basis to ensure effective implementation of EH&S processes and programs. Identify existing or potential risks and hazards; Assist with corrective action activities for timely closeout
• Foster a culture of incident, stop work and near miss reporting; Assist in investigation, root cause analysis and action planning to prevent future occurrences; Assist in bringing best practices to the region
• High School diploma/GED
• 3+ years of practical environmental health and safety experience
• Willingness to travel up to 75%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Recognized Certification in Environmental, Safety or Health, Risk Management such as CIH, CSP, etc.
• Experience supporting large scale construction or mission critical facilities such as data centers, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or industrial mega projects
• Strong computer skills in MS Office applications (SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and EH&S related data management systems (i.e.; Enablon)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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