Director HSE, Data Center Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence . As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role

Crusoe is seeking an experienced and proactive DC Operations & Deployments EHS Safety Manager to join our expanding team. This new role, based in our San Francisco office, will be an integral member of the Global Safety Pillar, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Global Safety, supporting deployments, data center operations, and R&D projects. You will be crucial in establishing and continuously improving HSE performance, processes, and culture throughout our physical infrastructure operations. The ideal candidate will possess a foundational understanding of safety programs combined with exceptional communications and collaboration skills to drive safety initiatives. This is a full-time position.

What You’ll Be Working On

• On-Site Safety Leadership: Provide dedicated safety oversight for active deployments and operational data centers, serving as the primary safety point of contact for internal teams and external contractors

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Assess risks to workers, making recommendations and developing action plans to reduce risk as appropriate.

• HSE Program Development: Develop and implement various HSE processes, including Right to Know policies and Hazard Communication programs to support a safe and compliant work environment.

• Compliance and Reporting: Monitor compliance with all federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures. You will also monitor and report on HSE objectives and metrics, ensuring that HSE is an integral part of Management discussions, objectives, and priorities.

• Incident Management: Facilitate thorough incident investigations and lead root cause analysis efforts following any failures, incidents, or accidents. You will actively monitor and follow up on the status of corrective actions, reports, and audits.

• Training and Culture: Develop and maintain a high level of HSE awareness and culture through communications, training, and promoting active involvement in HSE programs. You will coordinate and actively participate in the HSE training of personnel.

• Stakeholder/Regulatory Liaison: Liaise effectively with local contractors, clients, local agencies and air quality boards regarding HSE issues, ensuring open and clear communication.

• Documentation Management: Ensure that the relevant HSE documentation such as MSDS/SDS folders are meticulously maintained, up to date and readily available at the worksites.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Experience & Education: A minimum of 7+ years of relevant HSE experience is required. While a university degree is preferred, equivalent experience will be considered.

• Technical Knowledge: Proven technical knowledge of various HSE rules and regulations at both the Federal and State levels. Direct experience with the implementation of HSE rules, regulations, policies, and procedures is a must.

• Experience with electrical safety standards (e.g., NFPA70E/OSHA30

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.

• Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills for documentation, reporting, and utilizing HSE management systems.

• Legal Work Status: Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US without requiring sponsorship.

• Travel Requirements: 50% Travel Required

Bonus Points

• Experience supporting HSE programs within a data center, cloud infrastructure, or R&D environment.

• Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, or OHST .

• Familiarity with environmental regulations impacting data center operations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Restricted Stock Units

• Paid time off & paid holidays

• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance

• Employer contributions to HSA account

• Paid parental leave

• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• Professional development & tuition reimbursement

• Mental health & wellness support

• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)

• Cell phone stipend

• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary

• Volunteer time off

Compensation

Compensation will be paid in the range of $190,000 - $225,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.