Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) - Memphis, TN

Sheakley Workforce Staffing • Memphis, TN

26d • $80,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing, managing, and enforcing the project Safety and Health Program. This role ensures safe execution of all construction activities through proactive inspections, training, hazard mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience on federal, industrial, heavy civil, or infrastructure projects.
• Completion of: OSHA 30-Hour Construction EM 385-1-1 (40-Hour) (or ability to complete prior to onboarding) First Aid / CPR / AED
• Experience managing high-risk construction operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interface professionally with USACE representatives and project teams.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification: CHST, CSP, ASP, OHST, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience as SSHO on comparable USACE projects.
• Experience with automated manufacturing, industrial robotics, or concrete casting operations.
• Familiarity with RMS/QCS systems.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and USACE submittal processes.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and site-specific safety programs.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and audits.
• Lead weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and specialized training.
• Maintain and audit all safety documentation, permits, and certifications.
• Review and approve subcontractor AHAs prior to work activities.
• Enforce fall protection, LOTO, confined space, electrical, crane/rigging, and equipment safety programs.
• Stop work and correct unsafe conditions when necessary.
• Monitor project-specific hazards, including: Industrial automation systems Concrete operations Elevated mat placement systems Material handling equipment
• Lead incident investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Track corrective actions and ensure closure.
• Manage emergency preparedness and response procedures.
• Coordinate with USACE Quality Assurance and Safety representatives.
• Maintain daily production and safety logs.
• Prepare accident reports, deficiency logs, and hazard analyses.
• Track leading and lagging safety indicators.
• Verify worker certifications and compliance documentation.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Leave
• Five weeks paid time off annually (3 weeks PTO + 10 office closure days)
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement
• Retirement & Financial Benefits
• 401(k) employer match up to 3.5 percent
• Additional employer contribution up to 1 percent in company stock fund
• RRSP match for Canada-based employees
• Student loan payment 401(k) match (U.S.)
• Health & Wellness
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans
• $0 medical plan option for individuals
• No-cost preventative medications
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
• Pet insurance (U.S. employees)
• Flexible Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, transit, parking)
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Professional Development
• Continuing education through Impact Academy
• Professional development tracks
• Licensing support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed