Data Center Operations & HSE Expert

MissionAs Syntys launches its operations in Tunisia, we are seeking an experienced Data Center Operations & HSE Expert to support the development of our local operations and ensure the reliability, availability and safe operation of our Data Centers.Reporting to the Head of Operations, with a functional reporting line to the Group EHS Manager, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance and implementing Group standards for health, safety and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site Data Center operations, ensuring 24/7 service continuity, infrastructure availability and compliance with operational procedures.
• Manage and support Site Managers, technical teams, service providers and subcontractors.
• Monitor operational and HSE KPIs, including maintenance performance, incidents, safety inspections and corrective action plans.
• Supervise preventive, corrective and regulatory maintenance, ensuring proper work order tracking and equipment reliability.
• Implement Group HSE policies and procedures, including risk assessments, Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and incident investigations.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness, incident management, root cause analysis and business continuity activities.
• Prepare and coordinate customer, internal HSE, certification and regulatory audits.
• Support ISO management systems, continuous improvement, energy efficiency, environmental performance and ESG reporting.

Candidate Profile

• Engineering degree in Electrical, Energy, Electromechanical, HSE or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in critical infrastructure operations, such as Data Centers, telecommunications, energy, industrial facilities or Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience in operational management and HSE/QHSE, including team and contractor supervision.
• Data Center or colocation experience is a strong advantage.
• Good knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards and audit processes.
• HSE certification such as NEBOSH or IOSH is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of risk assessment, high-risk work control, incident investigation and preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with BMS, DCIM or SCADA systems is an advantage.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to travel between sites and support critical operations when required.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to help build Syntys’ operations in Tunisia from the ground up.
• An international working environment within a growing group.
• A competitive compensation package.