Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

PBSGC Marine Group•Alexandria, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel provides aggregate materials and related services, including work on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects. The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) implements and enforces the company’s safety and health program on assigned project sites in accordance with USACE requirements (EM 385-1-1), OSHA standards, and company policy. The SSHO may stop work when conditions are unsafe and serves as the primary safety contact for USACE representatives, supervisors, and crews. The position is based aboard the Dredge Wallace McGeorge on a two-weeks-on, one-week-off rotation. The work involves safety oversight around heavy equipment, dredging, material handling, and marine operations, including work over or adjacent to water.

Requirements

Documented proof of Level 1 SSHO designation with USACE for the past five years.
OSHA 30-Hour certification.
Documented proof of 24 hours of competency training within the last three years.
Boaters Training certificate.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Excellent technical skills and good oral and written communication skills.
Fluency in Microsoft Office and other standard software applications.
Ability to work consecutive weeks away from home.
Willingness to live onboard the Dredge Wallace McGeorge for two weeks on and one week off.
Comfort working over and adjacent to water.
Ability to swim.

Responsibilities

Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
Conduct and document daily site inspections and safety audits.
Identify hazards, direct corrective actions, and stop work when necessary.
Lead toolbox talks, safety orientations, and ongoing employee training.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries, and complete required reports.
Coordinate with USACE Quality Assurance and safety personnel on inspections and compliance.
Maintain accurate safety records, logs, and training documentation.
Promote safe work practices around heavy equipment, dredging, material handling, and marine operations.
Support and encourage team members’ learning and development.
Embrace PBSG’s Culture.