Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

The Korte Company•Spring Valley, NV

8d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Korte Company is seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer for commercial and government construction projects. The officer will be the key person responsible for adherence to the company’s safety standards and will provide proactive, visible leadership in developing the project-site safety culture. The role involves conducting inspections and investigations, supporting safety meetings and training, reviewing hazards, and ensuring subcontractor compliance. Travel or relocation to project sites is required. The position is eligible for competitive pay and benefits, including an annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Compensation decisions depend on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, and location.

Requirements

30-hour OSHA certification training completed within the last five years.
Eight hours of formal safety or online safety and health-related coursework per year, with dates and hours available.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, multitasking, communication, and conflict-management skills.
Computer skills that include sending emails, preparing daily reports and construction look-ahead schedules, and using an iPad.
Strong work ethic and passion for fulfilling commitments.
Remarkable enthusiasm.
Sincere obligation to client satisfaction.
One to three years of experience on similar construction projects, or in a safety role where at least 35% of duties involved safety. Must be able to provide dates and descriptions of previous projects, including dollar amounts.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, construction management, or a related field.
BCSP certification as a Safety Trained Supervisor (STS), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Graduate Safety Professional (GSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).

Responsibilities

Conduct and document daily safety and health inspections.
Conduct mishap investigations and complete required reports.
Maintain safety reference materials on the jobsite.
Attend all preparatory and periodic in-progress meetings.
Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements and inspections.
Conduct new employee safety orientation.
Lead on-site safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Perform project hazard analysis and maintain hazard communication programs.
Verify workers’ safety training.
Travel or relocate to projects as required.