Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

TechFlow•Patuxent River, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow, Inc., is seeking a dedicated and experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to support a safe, compliant, and health-conscious work environment while providing services to government and military customers at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. The SSHO’s primary responsibility is to ensure compliance with government contract safety regulations and industry standards and mitigate risk. The role involves inspecting workplaces to minimize or eliminate hazards, recommending protective measures, educating employees through safety training, and investigating accidents to identify causes and prevent recurrence. The position works directly with the Project Manager, Director of Human Resources, and United States Government and military representatives. Salary starts at $80,000, depending on experience (DOE), plus employer-paid insurance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Either 3 or more years of safety enforcement experience and a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential, or 5 or more years of safety enforcement experience of similar size, scope, and complexity.
EM385 training.
Knowledge of Maryland workers’ compensation law and claims management.
Knowledge of Maryland safety rules and laws.
OSHA 30 training and 24 hours of continuing education.
Willingness and ability to work outside normal business hours when necessary.
Valid driver’s license.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
U.S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
Subject to Government approval.
Understanding and enforcement of key multi-state and federal safety regulations related to OSHA and company policies and procedures.
Ability to conduct employee training presentations professionally, clearly, and concisely.
Working knowledge of personal computer applications, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Detail-oriented, thorough, and accurate.
Initiative and independent thinking.
Adaptability and flexibility in work situations.
Ability to establish priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to carry objects, boxes, and printouts short distances; extensive computer use; lift and move up to 50 pounds with assistance; use hands and arms, reach, talk, and walk; sit, bend, squat, stand, twist, or stoop for prolonged periods; climb ladders; enter confined spaces; and work indoors and outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme temperatures and weather.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of multi-state safety rules and laws.

Responsibilities

Review safety and environmental rules, regulations, and orders issued by OSHA, EPA, USACE, AFOSH, safety and health requirements manuals, and federal, state, and local agencies; formulate consistent interpretations and compliance procedures.
Conduct scheduled and unscheduled formal and informal audits and inspections.
Ensure employees receive adequate and effective safety and health training.
Establish and maintain a Safety Committee to help management improve workplace safety and health.
Ensure departments achieve and maintain environmental compliance, prevent pollution, and participate in environmental programs.
Oversee, develop, prepare, and enforce safety and health programs, standards, goals, and accident and incident reporting procedures.
Maintain documentation and records in compliance with federal standards.
Assist project locations in developing and maintaining safe and healthy work environments.
File and manage worker injury claims.
Investigate major safety and health concerns and issues.
Serve as the unit or department point of contact for environmental matters and compliance with Base Order (BO) 5090.9.
Develop and maintain environmental SOPs in accordance with BO 5090.9 to implement the environmental management program.
Maintain a list of locations of environmental-related sites.
Conduct weekly and monthly inspections of environmental-related sites and records, and perform and document required follow-up actions.
Oversee and participate in implementation of command hazardous material (HM) requirements, ensuring HM operations comply with BO 5090.9.
Promote reduction of the volume and toxicity of hazardous materials produced.
Provide leadership and set a personal example regarding safety, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).