Certified Safety Professional (Dam Project)

Thalle Construction Company•United States, None

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Thalle Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Certified Safety Professional to serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) on a Dam Safety Modification project in Louisville, Kentucky. The SSHO implements and enforces site safety and health programs in compliance with OSHA (29 CFR 1910 and 1926), USACE EM 385 1 1, NFPA, ASSP, and applicable ASME crane standards. The role oversees daily safety operations, conducts site inspections, and maintains required safety documentation, including Accident Prevention Plans and Activity Hazard Analyses. The position also verifies site safety qualifications and crane operator certifications, develops and reviews Critical Lift Plans, handles incident and exposure reporting, and coordinates safety permits. The SSHO represents Thalle’s Safety Department and is expected to conduct business with integrity and professionalism while maintaining positive working relationships with employees and client personnel.

Requirements

Qualified Site Safety and Health Officer in accordance with USACE EM 385 1 1.
Minimum 10 years of experience.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Proof of qualification for crane operators and ability to oversee crane compliance.
Knowledge of and ability to administer Confined Space Entry permits.
Knowledge of and ability to administer Hot Work permits.
Experience with fall protection, electrical safety, fire prevention, and crane operations on active construction sites.
Experience on heavy civil or federally regulated construction projects.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.
Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully, meet applicable productivity standards, and maintain regular, punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

Prior USACE project experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead daily safety meetings.
Conduct pre-employment, post-accident, and random drug screenings.
Conduct new employee and site orientations.
Maintain and develop the project’s Accident Prevention Plan.
Develop, submit, and implement Activity Hazard Analyses for specific phases of work.
Conduct inspections, identify safety problems, and implement corrective measures.
Conduct safety training as needed.
Monitor site conditions and respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, or hazardous weather conditions.
Conduct injury and accident investigations, determine contributing factors, and apply preventive measures.
Verify site safety qualifications and crane operator certifications.
Develop and review Critical Lift Plans and oversee crane compliance.
Coordinate safety permits and manage incident and exposure reporting.
Maintain a positive working relationship with employee and client personnel.
Represent the Thalle Safety Department and conduct business with integrity and professionalism.