Açık Holding, with its 25 companies and over 3,000 employees in more than 12 countries, works towards a better future by focusing on technology with an innovative approach. As a technology-centered establishment, Açık Holding has been operating for over a quarter of a century in six critical areas: telecommunications and information technologies, aviation and defense industries, construction, operational technologies, health and health technologies, and tourism.
Operating under Açık Holding, Serban İnşaat provides turnkey services in the construction industry, mainly in Data Center projects and critical facilities. Additionally, Serban is responsible for EPC projects as a technology integrator technological buildings, factories, cyber technology and security buildings, also hotel, shopping mall, and residential projects.
We are seeking a OHS Chief to be based in Ümraniye (Dudullu), İstanbul for a Data Center Project, meeting the qualifications listed below:
General Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Occupational Health and Safety,
- Class A or Class B Occupational Health and Safety Certificate,
- Minimum 10 years of Occupational Health and Safety experience, including at least 7 years in construction site environments,
- Experience in large-scale, high-spec projects (data centers, industrial plants, pharmaceutical facilities, or similar),
- Strong knowledge of local OHS regulations and international standards,
- Hands-on experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems,
- Experience in subcontractor OHS management and site inspections/audits,
- Strong knowledge of risk assessment and incident investigation processes,
- Experience in OHS reporting, documentation, and record keeping,
- Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset,
- Proficiency in MS Office applications,
- Fluent in English (written and spoken),
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel when required.
- Residing in Istanbul (preferably Asian side).
Job Description
- Lead and manage all Occupational Health and Safety activities on site,
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, international standards, and client requirements,
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits, and report findings to management,
- Manage subcontractor OHS compliance and alignment with project standards,
- Prepare and review risk assessments, method statements, and OHS plans,
- Monitor and report OHS performance (KPIs, incidents, corrective actions),
- Lead incident investigations and ensure implementation of preventive actions,
- Manage OHS documentation, records, and reporting systems,
- Deliver and support OHS training and toolbox talks,
- Track OHS-related costs and support monthly reporting,
- Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and culture on site,
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure safe execution of construction activities,
- Ensure compliance with client-specific standards (e.g., FM Global, LEED where applicable).
• Years of Experience
10 - 20 years of experience
• Level of Education
Bachelor’s(Graduate), Master’s(Student), Master’s(Graduate), Doctorate(Student), Doctorate(Graduate)
• Military Status
Completed, Exempt
• Languages
English(Reading : Advanced, Writing : Advanced, Speaking : Advanced)
• Driving License
Class B
