Construction Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Lead

Wood is currently recruiting for Construction Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Lead to join our team in Chonburi, Thailand. 

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The Role

This position will act as the Owner’s Representative and will be responsible for overseeing and supporting all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) aspects of the construction project. Ensuring that contractors adhere to regulatory requirements, Owner expectations, and industry best practices, while fostering a proactive safety culture across all phases of construction.

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewable and emerging energy sectors 

Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant 

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor EHS performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and Owner-specific requirements.
• Support construction safety across all project phases, identifying and resolving EHS risks proactively.
• Advise contractors on implementing best-in-class corrective actions for identified deficiencies.
• Act as a coach and advisor to the contractor’s safety committee, promoting continuous improvement.
• Provide timely and accurate data on contractor EHS performance, including incident trends, metrics, and key indicators to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure EHS KPIs, leading/lagging indicators, and submitted data are complete and reliable.
• Participate in daily site safety walks with contractor safety representatives.
• Lead weekly site safety walks with contractor management and Owner’s project team.
• Conduct monthly EHS audits to evaluate contractor compliance and performance.
• Evaluate the completeness and effectiveness of contractor hazard assessments (e.g., MSRA, JHA, ART).
• Lead the creation and documentation of Significant Events (SE) and Significant Potential Events (SPE).
• Immediately escalate non-compliance or unsafe conditions to relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in safety meetings and ensure EHS information is effectively communicated across the site.
• Ensure Owner’s construction management team is kept informed of all relevant EHS updates and issues.
• Implement and maintain the “Boots on the Ground” program to enhance field-level safety engagement.
• Support contractor-led safety inductions, workshops, and quality circle observations.
• Promote a strong safety culture focused on proactive risk management and continuous learning.
• Attend progress and schedule meetings to ensure EHS considerations are integrated into project planning and execution.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. 

Ideally You Will Have:

• 10 years’ minimum experience in plant maintenance or construction in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Experience in Data Center projects will be considered an advantage

If you’re an experienced Construction Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Lead, ready for your next project, then we are keen to hear from you today. 

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
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