Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Description
Vantage is looking for an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Energization Lead based in Shackelford County, TX, you will be responsible for improving the health and safety of our data centers, advancing safety culture, and protecting our employees.
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Energization Lead is responsible for overseeing all aspects of EHS as they pertain to the energization and commissioning scopes. This role provides oversight and assurance that all energization activities performed by the General Contractors and subcontractors adhere to rigorous safety, environmental, and compliance standards from initial site setup through commissioning and turnover.
The EHS Energization Lead plays a critical role in establishing a unified safety culture, driving proactive risk management, and ensuring operational readiness across a complex, multi-contractor environment. You will work closely with experts in security, construction, operations, logistics, compliance, corporate counsel, and human resources to further Vantage’s health safety program. You will partner with employees as well as contractors to achieve health and safety goals and improve our already strong safety culture. As Vantage increases data capacity you will partner with construction managers to ensure risks are identified and mitigated. You will work in a fast-paced environment where our operations are rapidly changing, advocating safe changes in the face of new infrastructure, new tools, and new products/processes. Vantage is a leader in operational excellence, and this position is pivotal to ensuring that we continue to lead the industry in this area with particular emphasis on executing and reporting on all EHS areas within the business. The role requires autonomy and will be responsible for implementing and monitoring processes that include:
Electrical Safety (Energized Electrical Work, Arc Flash, NPFA 70E)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Occupational Noise Exposure & Control
Heat Stress & Illness Prevention
Exposure Assessment (Industrial Hygiene)
Emergency Response Planning
Working at Heights
Confined Space Entry
Heavy Material Handling
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Construction-Related Risks (Cranes/Rigging, Trenching/Shoring, Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs), etc.)
Fire/Life Safety
Hazardous Substances Handling
Waste Management
Ergonomics
Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC)
Risk Assessment and Mitigation methodology
3rd Party Safety Supplier Management
Essential Job Functions
Oversight & Governance
Act as the Owner’s representative for EHS oversight during all energization and commissioning phases.
Review and approve Energization Safety Plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures developed by the GC.
Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, 1910.333, and NFPA 70E requirements.
Confirm that all GC and subcontractor personnel involved are qualified and authorized for electrical work.
Planning & Risk Management
Participate in Energization Readiness Reviews and Pre-Energization Meetings.
Verify the presence of Arc Flash Studies, labeling, and PPE assessments before energization.
Ensure robust risk assessments and mitigation controls are in place, including proper barricading, grounding, and emergency planning.
Field Presence & Assurance
Provide on-site oversight during key energization and switching activities to ensure adherence to safe work practices.
Conduct EHS audits, inspections, and permit reviews specific to energization activities.
Observe GC operations, identify gaps or unsafe conditions, and escalate issues to both GC and Owner leadership when necessary.
Coordination & Communication
Serve as the liaison between Owner EHS leadership and the GC’s EHS team.
Facilitate alignment on EHS expectations, energization sequencing, and readiness criteria.
Participate in daily/weekly coordination meetings to monitor progress and safety performance.
Training
Ensure the GC provides, and documents required electrical safety and LOTO training per OSHA and NFPA 70E.
Support awareness sessions for Owner personnel who may enter energized areas.
Incident Prevention & Investigation
Monitor leading indicators and proactively identify potential high-risk activities.
Participate in or lead investigations of any energization-related incidents or near misses.
Track corrective actions and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain oversight records including reviewed plans, checklists, permits, and inspection reports.
Provide regular updates to Owner EHS management on energization readiness, compliance, and safety performance.
Duties
Report to Vantage Data Centers Director, EHS, NA or Executives and serve as the primary contact for the implementation of the EHS programs in our Texas location.
Collaborate with EHS Director to ensure standardization of policies and procedures, as applicable, across the European footprint of locations
Being accountable for EHS performance metrics and implementation of annual improvement plans.
Periodically inspecting, auditing, and reviewing safe work practices to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
Conduct workplace risk/exposure assessments for various classes of hazards.
Supporting incident investigations and root cause analysis, so that corrective and preventive actions can be identified, communicated globally, and implemented.
Monitor, interpret and communicate summaries of standards and regulatory requirements to assure compliance and proactive management of risk.
Analyses safety metrics and communicates results to leadership to drive action and accountability.
Work with leaders, staff, and contractors at all levels to implement effective solutions.
Drive a standardized and harmonized approach across the Vantage North American portfolio to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
Present topical information/metrics on a regular basis to site leadership teams as well as EHS Director
Job Requirements
Degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, Electrical Engineering or a related degree in science/engineering discipline with coursework in risk management or safety is preferred, but not required, depending on experience.
Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) certification preferred (OHST, CHST, ASP, or CSP).
A minimum of 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in power generation, utilities, renewable energy or construction environments.
Proven experience with electrical commissioning and energization oversight on large -scale projects.
Must have current working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA regulations and standards and other non-regulatory safety standards applicable to the location
Must have familiarity with consensus standards such as those published by ANSI and NFPA.
Effective ability to operate beyond a compliance-based health and safety management approach in order to collaborate with all stakeholders to find solutions that support the business while identifying and controlling risk
Demonstrated expertise in applying MUTCD standards for temporary traffic control and site logistics.
Proven ability to lead EHS programs in multi-contractor environments with complex scopes and aggressive schedules.
Exceptional communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Physical Demands and Special Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.
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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!