Site Safety and Health Officer
About The Position
The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing, managing, and monitoring the Contractor's Safety and Health Program for Hurricane Isaias Damage Assessment and Recovery operations at Hurlburt Field and Eglin Air Force Base. The SSHO oversees safety-related activities associated with damage assessments, facility recovery, restoration, repair, maintenance, and construction operations. The role ensures that work complies with applicable OSHA regulations, contract requirements, site-specific safety plans, and Government safety policies. The SSHO works closely with the Site Manager, Quality Control Manager, subcontractors, and Government representatives to maintain a safe working environment and prevent accidents, injuries, and property damage.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of continuous construction industry safety experience supervising and managing general construction activities.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and monitoring construction safety programs and procedures.
- Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Experience conducting job site safety inspections, identifying hazards, and implementing corrective actions.
- Experience developing and maintaining safety documentation, conducting safety briefings, and investigating incidents.
- Active Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) installations or federal Government construction projects.
- Experience with hurricane recovery, disaster response, emergency restoration, and facility repair activities.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification.
- Completion of applicable USACE or NAVFAC Site Safety and Health Officer training.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the project Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and site-specific safety requirements.
- Conduct daily site safety inspections and monitor construction and recovery activities for compliance with applicable safety regulations.
- Identify potential hazards, assess risks, and implement appropriate corrective and preventative measures.
- Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and jobsite safety briefings for contractor personnel and subcontractors.
- Ensure personnel use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures.
- Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, contract safety requirements, and applicable Government installation policies.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, and prepare required reports and corrective action plans.
- Maintain safety documentation, inspection records, training records, and incident reports.
- Coordinate with the Site Manager and subcontractors to address safety concerns and ensure corrective actions are completed.
- Monitor activities involving construction equipment, electrical systems, fall protection, hazardous materials, and other construction-related hazards.
- Stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are identified and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
- Coordinate with Government safety representatives regarding site inspections, safety issues, and reporting requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
