EHS Consultant – Data Centre Construction
Johor Bahru, Malaysia
SP Data Centres is continuing its growth across Malaysia and is seeking an experienced EHS Consultant to support the delivery of major data centre construction projects within a high-performance, client-side environment.
This is a senior-level opportunity suited to an accomplished EHS professional with extensive experience overseeing complex, high-risk construction projects and engaging directly with principal contractors, consultants, and executive stakeholders.
You will play a key role in driving safety governance, influencing project culture, and ensuring world-class EHS standards are embedded throughout project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide client-side EHS oversight across major construction projects, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice
- Conduct governance-level inspections, audits, and assurance reviews across contractors and supply chain partners
- Evaluate contractor safety management systems, risk controls, permit-to-work processes, investigations, and corrective action programs
- Monitor leading and lagging indicators to identify trends, drive accountability, and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner closely with project teams, contractors, and leadership stakeholders to influence proactive safety culture and operational excellence
- Support incident investigations, emergency preparedness reviews, and ongoing EHS performance reporting
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years experience in senior EHS advisory, consulting, or client-side oversight roles within complex construction environments
- Strong background in data centres, major infrastructure, transport, energy, manufacturing, or other high-risk projects
- Excellent knowledge of local EHS legislation and international frameworks such as ISO 45001 and OSHA standards
- Demonstrated experience influencing contractors and stakeholders within fast-paced project environments
- Strong analytical capability with experience interpreting EHS data, trends, audits, and performance metrics
- Degree-qualified in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline
- Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, CSP, CMIOSH, or equivalent highly regarded
Why Join
- Opportunity to work client-side on large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure projects
- Exposure to complex, high-profile data centre developments across a rapidly growing market
- Collaborative, high-performing project environment with strong leadership support
- Competitive package and long-term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding sector
If you are an experienced EHS professional looking to contribute to industry-leading projects and influence best-in-class safety outcomes, we welcome your interest.
