Director, Environmental Health – Safety

PiC

. Build and lead the EHS program for the data center campus and associated support offices .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and leading comprehensive EHS programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and EPA standards, while fostering a proactive safety culture across diverse operational environments. Possesses strong incident investigation skills and the ability to effectively communicate safety performance to stakeholders.

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EHS Program DevelopmentOSHA ComplianceIncident InvestigationSafety Training CoordinationLeadership in EHS

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentHazard IdentificationEmergency Response PlanningChemical Inventory ManagementRoot-Cause AnalysisSafety Metrics ReportingEHS Management SystemOSHA 1910 KnowledgeOSHA 1926 KnowledgeCPR/AED Training

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationLeadershipCollaborationProactive Safety Culture

Certifications & Qualifications

CSPCIHCHMMCSHMCPR/AED Trainer

Industry Keywords

Occupational Health and SafetyEnvironmental ScienceIndustrial HygieneHigh-Risk EnvironmentsData Center OperationsManufacturing SafetyEnergy Sector SafetyPharmaceutical SafetyContractor Safety ManagementCompliance Audits

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Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead the EHS program for the data center campus and associated support offices
Develop and own campus EHS strategy, policies, and annual objectives
Build and maintain an EHS management system covering risk assessment, safe work practices, training, inspections, incident management, and continuous improvement
Establish safety metrics and report performance and risk to leadership
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, TCEQ, local authorities, and applicable codes and standards
Lead hazard identification and risk assessments, including JHA, PPE, confined space, lockout/tagout, hot work, working at heights, and electrical safety
Maintain emergency response plans and coordinate drills
Partner with the Environmental Compliance lead on environmental programs
Define and enforce safe work practices for electrical, mechanical, controls, lifting/rigging, confined space, hot work, and contractor activities
Review method statements, lift plans, switching procedures, and maintenance plans
Review general contractor safety programs and determine internal versus outsourced activities
Oversee incident investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and lessons-learned communications
Manage chemical inventories, SDS, storage, labeling, and spill response
Establish EHS expectations for contractors and vendors and participate in pre-qualifications and bid reviews
Ensure safe construction practices around live data center operations
Perform audits and contractor compliance spot checks
Develop and deliver or coordinate EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors
Own or coordinate CPR/AED training
Drive a proactive safety culture that empowers stop-work authority and hazard reporting
Maintain records for inspections, incidents, training, permits, and regulatory submissions
Lead internal audits and host external audits or regulatory inspections
Prepare EHS reports and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders
Present safety and compliance performance to customers and external stakeholders
Build and lead an EHS function aligned with campus growth
Partner with HR on return-to-work and injury case management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a closely related field required
One or more of: CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CHMM, CSHM, or equivalent EHS credential
10+ years of progressive EHS experience in industrial, manufacturing, energy, data center, chemical, pharmaceutical, or other high-risk environments
5+ years in a senior EHS leadership role with responsibility for multiple functions or sites
Experience building EHS programs from the ground up
Experience running safety on a complex, large-campus operation with multiple trades and contractors
Working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926; OSHA 40 trained
Certified CPR/AED trainer, or able to obtain this quickly
Direct experience with OSHA and EPA compliance programs, including audits, corrective actions, and regulator interactions
Experience presenting safety and compliance programs to customers and clients
Experience working around high-energy electrical, mechanical, and chemical systems
Site-level safety accountability with a boots-on-the-ground approach
Deep understanding of OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, and high-reliability facility practices
Strong incident investigation and root-cause analysis skills
Clear written and verbal communication; able to produce procedures, trainings, and reports
Willingness to work in plant/field environments
Regular travel to the Fort Stockton, TX campus
Availability to respond to incidents and emergencies outside standard business hours