Background
We were engaged by a leading Mechanical and Electrical Contractor. The client, a traditionally successful subcontractor, was expanding into the highly specialised Data Centre market.
This move required new expertise to ensure the seamless execution of their health and safety responsibilities on a critical new project.
The Challenge
The client faced a pressing need to identify a Health and Safety professional who could lead safety operations on a new Data Centre project. They required a candidate who:
Needed to be based full-time on-site.
It was essential the candidate had experience managing projects from the design phase through to commissioning and handover.
Required a proven track record with large-scale Principal Contractors.
Time was of the essence, as the project was already in its initial stages, and ensuring compliance and safety excellence was non-negotiable.
The Solution
We leveraged their extensive network and industry expertise to source a highly qualified professional. After a detailed consultation to fully understand the client’s needs, we:
Identified a contractor with Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH), ensuring top-tier professional credentials.
Verified the candidate’s extensive experience working with some of the UK’s largest Principal Contractors.
Facilitated a swift and efficient placement process, minimising project delays.
The selected candidate’s expertise perfectly aligned with the client’s requirements, offering immediate value from day one on-site.
The Results
The contractor integrated seamlessly into the team, successfully managing health and safety throughout the project’s lifecycle. Their contributions ensured:
Full compliance with health and safety regulations.
Smooth transitions between design, commissioning, and handover phases.
Enhanced stakeholder confidence in the client’s ability to deliver complex Data Centre projects.
The successful placement enabled the client to focus on their broader strategic goals, knowing the project was in safe hands.
Why Irwin and Colton?
Our deep sector expertise, coupled with a consultative approach, allows us to deliver recruitment solutions to our clients’ unique challenges.
Our Contract and Interim services are designed to provide agility and expertise, ensuring businesses can thrive even during periods of change.
We take pride in connecting clients with professionals who deliver results, as demonstrated in this case.
Contact Us
To discuss how Irwin and Colton can support your recruitment needs or to gain expert insights, contact:
Stanley French – Specialist Consultant
T: 01923 437 620
E: stanley.french@irwinandcolton.com