Winthrop Technologies

Turnkey data centre construction contractor

Environmental, Health, and Safety Lead

Environmental Health & SafetyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMilan, Metropolitan City of Milan, ItalyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or a similar discipline is required.
At least 7–10 years of experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering is required.
Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, standards, and best practices is required.
Experience managing EHS on large-scale construction projects is required.
Relevant certifications, such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent, are essential.
The candidate must be able to influence and drive a positive safety culture across all levels of the organisation.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all Environmental, Health, and 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 and 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 and safety requirements and standards.
Review and approve safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments.
Lead incident investigations and reporting, and implement 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.

Desired Qualifications

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

EHS Lead

Winthrop Technologies · Bertonico, Italy · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-13

Workplace: on_site

Department: Italy

Description

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are currently seeking an experienced EHS Lead to join our project team in Milan, Italy. This role will be responsible for leading Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) activities on site, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and promoting a strong safety culture across the project.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

Work with a market leader in the Data centre Construction industry.
Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering critical infrastructure in a high-growth sector.
Long-term carer progression opportunities and professional development support.
Competitive salary package

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer

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About the Company

Winthrop Technologies

Turnkey data centre construction contractor

Winthrop Technologies is a European turnkey data centre construction partner that acts as a general contractor, delivering end-to-end projects from design to commissioning for hyperscale and colocation clients. It uses BIM and off-site fabrication to speed up delivery and improve quality, reducing on-site contractor complexity by handling civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and commissioning services. The company stands out through its engineer-led approach and early adoption of modular/off-site construction across eight European countries, focusing on rapid delivery of mission-critical facilities. Its goal is to grow a scalable European data centre delivery platform to meet rising AI and cloud demand while maintaining continuity through leadership and strong client relationships.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Dublin, Ireland
Founded: 1995

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