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EHS Lead - AMS 1246

Winthrop Technologies

Amsterdam
Full-time
10+ years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Environmental Health & Safety
Construction safety
Risk assessment
Incident investigation
Site inspections
Safety audits
Stakeholder engagement
Leadership
Communication
Problem-solving
Analytical skills
Regulatory compliance
Data centre construction
NEBOSH
IOSH

Job Description

Winthrop Technologies is a dedicated data centre delivery partner providing turnkey solutions to our clients, headquartered in Dublin and delivering throughout Europe.

Winthrop specialises in providing turnkey data centre solutions, providing services from design, through to construction across the full range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical services as well as commissioning.

Winthrop has grown to become the leading and most trusted company in our sector and the only dedicated data centre delivery partner in Europe.

We are currently constructing multiple turnkey data centre projects across Europe, equating to over 500 MW of IT load in flight.

We are pleased to announce that we are currently seeking an  EHS Lead to join our team. This position will be site-based Amsterdam.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across the project lifecycle

• Develop, implement, and monitor EHS policies, procedures, and systems in line with company and legal requirements

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure high standards of health & safety are maintained on site

• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on EHS practices

• Monitor subcontractor compliance with health & safety requirements and standards

• Ensure all safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments (RAMS), are reviewed and approved

• Lead incident investigations, reporting, and implementation of corrective actions

• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training sessions to site personnel

• Maintain accurate records of incidents, audits, and safety performance metrics

• Attend Site Meetings, Safety Meetings, and Project Reviews

• Prepare and issue EHS reports to senior management and stakeholders

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability requirements

• Proactively identify and resolve EHS issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or similar discipline

• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering

• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, standards, and best practices

• Experience managing EHS on large-scale construction projects

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent) are essential

• Ability to influence and drive a positive safety culture across all levels of the organisation

• Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageous

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or similar discipline

• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering

• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, standards, and best practices

• Experience managing EHS on large-scale construction projects

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent) are essential

• Ability to influence and drive a positive safety culture across all levels of the organisation

• Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageous

Opportunity to work with a Market Leader in the Data centre Industry

Supportive career development

Competitive salary package

Collaborative team environment

Pipeline of project growth

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer

Core Responsibilities

The EHS Lead will manage all environmental, health, and safety activities across the project lifecycle, including developing policies and conducting site audits. They are responsible for ensuring subcontractor compliance, leading incident investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture on-site.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety or a related discipline and possess 7–10 years of experience in construction or engineering. Essential qualifications include strong knowledge of safety legislation and relevant certifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package
  • Supportive career development
  • Collaborative team environment

About Winthrop Technologies

Industry: Construction

Company size: 501-1,000 employees

Winthrop Technologies is a dedicated data centre delivery partner providing turnkey solutions to our clients, headquartered in Dublin and delivering throughout Europe. Winthrop specialises in providing turnkey data centre solutions, providing services from design, through to construction across the full range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical services as well as commissioning. Winthrop has grown to become the leading and most trusted company in our sector and is the only dedicated Data Centre delivery partner in Europe. We are currently constructing multiple turnkey data centre projects in 7 different European countries, equating to over 430 MW of IT load in flight.

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