Safety & Security Officer - Data Center & Training Institute

Summary: 

The role of a Data Centre Safety & Security Officer is to manage the critical infrastructure, operations, and maintenance of a highly available, Tier-IV fault-tolerant enterprise-class data centre. The role requires knowledge of safety regulations, compliances, MEP environments, emergency procedures, and hazard analysis within critical infrastructure. The Safety Officer will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) practices aligned with global data centre standards.

Experience:

• More than 8 years' experience with at least 6 years' experience in Data Centre Operation & maintenance, Facility management.Experience in vendor/contractor/OEM Management & Contract management, etc.
• 5-7 years of experience in HSE, with a minimum 3 years in Data Centre or Critical Infrastructure Projects.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise-

• Experience in the operation and Maintenance of civil, electrical, HVAC, LAN, Safety, and Security system components for a large-scale Data Centre
• Should have good interpersonal skills to handle vendors and junior staff, and should be able to multitask.
• Should be technically sound and have hands-on experience in troubleshooting. 

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge to support all the necessary procedures related to security approval, accreditation, certification, etc. 
• Knowledge in industrial safety best practices (i.e. lockout/tag out, arc flash protection, OSHA, and state regulations).
• Working Knowledge on HT & LT Switchgears, Diesel Generator & HVAC Mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with national and international safety codes, standards, and practices.
• Proficient in safety reporting, documentation, MIS Report, and communication.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of fire safety systems, physical security infrastructure, and emergency response protocols.
• Familiarity with data centre operations and critical infrastructure protection.
• Experience with security technologies: access control, surveillance, biometric systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.