Site Safety and Health Officer - SSHO - Rail Construction

AAA OSHA Training & Safety Consultants Inc

2d•Remote

About The Position

OSHA Staff Safe / AAA Safety Consultants is seeking an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to oversee safety operations on rail construction projects involving the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The role focuses on promoting a safe work environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying potential hazards, and implementing effective safety procedures throughout all phases of construction. The position is listed as remote and is associated with New York / MTA project sites.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety, occupational health and safety, or a closely related field.
MTA safety training is required.
Experience working on rail construction, transit infrastructure, or similar heavy civil construction projects.
Strong knowledge of OSHA construction safety regulations and industry best practices.
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards.
Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with project teams.
Ability to work in active construction environments and perform regular site inspections.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
Previous experience serving as an SSHO or Site Safety Manager.
Familiarity with MTA construction safety procedures, rail right-of-way protocols, and contractor safety requirements.
Experience with incident investigations, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and safety compliance reporting.
Additional safety certifications such as CHST, ASP, or CSP.

Responsibilities

Oversee and enforce site-specific safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements on rail construction projects.
Conduct daily site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits.
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, applicable MTA safety requirements, and project-specific safety plans.
Monitor construction activities in active rail environments to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
Conduct daily toolbox talks, safety orientations, and ongoing employee safety training.
Coordinate with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, and MTA representatives to maintain a safe working environment.
Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, document findings, and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and incident reports.
Monitor proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to established safety protocols.
Assist with the development and implementation of site-specific safety plans and emergency response procedures.
Exercise stop-work authority when imminent hazards or unsafe working conditions are identified, consistent with project procedures.