Safety Manager – Berlin – Commercial Construction

• Safety Manager – Data Centre Construction – Berlin 
  

Our client, a leading specialist engineering and construction company, works across sectors such as Power, Natural Resources, Construction & Property. Due to an increase in project workload there is an opportunity for an experienced Safety Manager based in Berlin on a data centre project. The Safety Manager will be responsible for leading and managing all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) aspects across the project with a team of Safety Advisors this is a lead management role within the business.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and implement the Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001.
• Champion the Safety Culture Development Programme (behaviour-based safety).
• Develop and deliver HSE strategies across power-related projects, ensuring compliance with Irish legislation, Client rules / codes of practice, and industry standards.
• Conduct and document regular site audits, inspections, risk assessments, and performance reviews.
• Lead investigations into incidents, near-misses, and non-conformances, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor environmental impact and ensure compliance with sustainability goals and environmental regulations.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership to site teams, management, and subcontractors on all HSE matters.
• Deliver targeted training, inductions, and toolbox talks specific to high-risk activities
• Maintain accurate HSE records, reports, and KPIs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay up to date and advise senior management on relevant legislation, standards, and industry best practices.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure full compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
• Identify significant hazards and support the implementation of appropriate control measures.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Degree in Health & Safety
• Relevant experience on data centre construction or similar 
• Can speak German 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with one or more teams.
• Good written and spoken communication abilities.
• Good IT skills with a high attention to detail
• A flexible and proactive approach
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Proven track record in highly regulated environments
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

BENEFITS & NEXT STEPS

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Available now 
• Friendly & professional team 
• Elevate your career profile on a critical mission project 

Training and development opportunities and the ability advance your career and skillset. For more information on this exciting opportunity send an updated resume in English to regina.fitzpatrick@dbsearch.ie
Or call +35387 214 0636 for a confidential discussion.