EHS Advisor
EHS Advisor
Salary negotiable
Join a Tier-1 contractor as an EHS Advisor on complex construction projects in Frankfurt, Germany. This contract role offers the opportunity to implement and maintain EHS management systems on site.
Key Highlights
- Implement EHS management systems for major construction projects.
- Conduct site audits and inspections, driving continuous improvement.
- Provide EHS guidance to management, safety representatives, and employees.
- Collaborate with SiGeKo to ensure compliance with German regulations.
EHS Advisor — Role Overview
This EHS Advisor role is crucial for ensuring the safety and compliance of all project activities. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining EHS management systems, conducting site audits, and providing guidance to project teams.
EHS Advisor — Responsibilities
As an EHS Advisor, you will:
• Ensure EHS management systems are implemented and maintained for all projects.
• Adhere to project and leading engineering firm's safety management system and EHS plans.
• Coordinate the development of task-specific method statements, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems.
• Conduct regular site audits and inspections, documenting reports and establishing corrective actions.
• Attend site meetings, reporting on EHS risks and recommending improvements.
• Provide advice and guidance on all EHS matters to management and employees.
• Ensure subcontractors adhere to project EHS policies and procedures.
• Assist with accident investigations and ensure timely communication to project management.
• Align site practices with ISO 45001 OH&S management principles.
• Coordinate with appointed SiGeKo and ensure Baustellenverordnung (BaustellV) requirements are met.
• Apply DGUV accident prevention rules and TRGS guidance for hazardous substances.
EHS Advisor — Ideal Candidate
Essential:
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental, Health & Safety (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years’ site EHS experience.
• Thorough knowledge of current environmental, health and safety legislation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing EHS management systems, conducting audits/inspections, delivering inductions/toolbox talks, and leading incident investigations.
• Competent in risk assessment, method statements, permit-to-work, and control of hazardous substances (COSHH/TRGS/GefStoffV).
• Strong communication and IT skills; ability to work on own initiative and influence site teams and subcontractors.
• Flexibility in working patterns; proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Desirable:
• NEBOSH/IOSH certification or equivalent; ISO 45001 Lead Auditor and/or ISO 14001 understanding.
• SiGeKo training or proven collaboration with SiGeKo on multi-employer construction sites.
• First Aid (incl. CPR) and Fire Warden certifications; Temporary Works awareness.
• Experience with root-cause analysis methodologies (e.g., ICAM/TapRooT) and behavioral safety programs.
• EHS experience on data center or other mission-critical projects in Germany/EU; German language proficiency is an advantage.
• Proficiency with digital EHS platforms, mobile inspections, and reporting dashboards (e.g., Power BI) within project CDEs.
Rewards & Package
Tier-1 contractor rates reflecting the specialist nature of this contract role. Full international assignment support including accommodation arrangements, flight allowances, and visa sponsorship as required.
Comprehensive benefits package: company healthcare plan, pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to extensive training and professional development programmes. Full package details confirmed at offer stage.
About the Company
Our client is a major EPC contractor specializing in data centres, life sciences facilities, and fire protection systems across Europe.
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What does a EHS Advisor do in data centre construction?
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