HSE Lead Construction

IREN•Childress, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Lead is a career-advancing role for safety professionals who want to move beyond compliance and play a strategic role in protecting people, projects, and performance across mission-critical data center operations. In this position, you’ll partner closely with construction, electrical, and operations teams to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement practical controls that keep complex, high-risk work environments safe and compliant. You’ll help shape and continuously improve IREN’s EHS management systems while influencing behaviors, driving accountability, and embedding a proactive safety culture across a fast-growing, renewable-powered data center platform. This role is ideal for EHS professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and want their expertise to directly impact both worker safety and long-term operational success. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or recognized professional certification in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in construction, utilities, electrical infrastructure, data centers, or industrial operations.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance principles, and industry best practices.
Track record of implementing or supporting structured HSE management systems (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001, or equivalent).
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to coach, influence, and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
Demonstrated capability in hazard identification, risk assessment, and recommending practical, high-impact controls.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking ability, with a consultative and solutions-oriented approach.
Solid understanding of construction and electrical infrastructure activities, including permit-to-work, LOTO, and high-risk task management.
Ability to execute plans and hold teams accountable to defined performance outcomes.
Results-driven mindset with a sense of urgency and willingness to challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement.
Proficiency with software platforms for compliance tracking, incident management, training, and reporting.
Ability to travel periodically in support of IREN’s network of regional data centers and prospective U.S. sites.
Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
Must provide own steel-toed work boots; other PPE will be supplied.
Must be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.

Responsibilities

Implement and continuously enhance the EHS Management System to ensure well-defined, fit-for-purpose processes that address business needs, mitigate risks, and seize opportunities.
Champion a proactive culture of continuous improvement and lead effective change management within a fast-growing, multi-jurisdictional, and multicultural organization.
Conduct regular reviews and assessments of health, safety, and environmental risks to identify areas for improvement and ensure ongoing compliance.
Perform routine audits of safety and environmental performance to verify alignment with regulatory requirements and IREN’s internal policies.
Support the collection, analysis, and reporting of safety and environmental data, including key performance indicators and site-specific outcomes.
Participate in incident investigations, provide actionable recommendations, and share key learnings to drive site-wide improvements in HSE practices.
Collaborate with the site safety manager to develop and execute annual health, safety, and training goals, ensuring measurable progress and successful implementation.

Benefits

Per Diem amount of $180.00 and project allowance, when applicable
15% night-shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
Relocation and Living-out-allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)
100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training
Company events and team-building activities