SSHO

Sullivan Environmental Services Inc•Galveston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) develops or reviews the Emergency Action Plan and activity hazard analyses, supports amendments to the Emergency Action Plan, provides on-site safety education and toolbox safety meetings, and ensures overall project safety compliance. The role calls for a proactive approach to resolving site-specific safety issues and includes managing, implementing, and enforcing the project Accident Prevention Plan. The SSHO provides full-time on-site safety and occupational health surveillance, inspections, training, and safety enforcement. This position reports directly to the HSE Manager. The role involves coordinating safety activities with the Quality Control Manager and Site Superintendent, monitoring subcontractor compliance, investigating mishaps, maintaining required safety records and reference materials, and tracking deficiencies through resolution. The SSHO may work at remote project locations for extended periods and must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. Work may involve varied site conditions, physical activity, personal protective equipment, outdoor exposure, noise, and vibration. Regular attendance and punctuality are required.

Requirements

OSHA 30 Construction.
Safety courses and certificates from the previous five years.
At least five years of safety experience.
Approval with the USACE.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently with little to no supervision.
Ability to work away from home at remote project locations for extended durations.
Reliability and motivation.
Ability to obtain a TWIC.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Competencies in stress management/composure, teamwork, and results-driven work.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment.
Ability to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move between job-site locations, including areas of varying heights and access conditions.
Ability to stand, stoop, twist, bend, crouch, kneel, squat, climb, or sit repetitively or for extended periods.
Ability to perform repetitive movements using the feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back.
Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds individually; lifting more than 30 pounds and up to 60 pounds requires additional lifting means.
Ability to push and pull at a peak force of 150 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs and/or vertical ladders at least six feet high.
Ability to work in confined areas and/or at elevated heights.
Ability to adapt to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
Regular attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

Provide site compliance through daily site inspections, daily safety reports, and JHAs.
Maintain knowledge of the Project Accident Prevention Plan.
Provide on-site safety education to crew members.
Coordinate safety issues with the Quality Control Manager and Site Superintendent.
Manage and oversee site-specific safety activities, such as cutter-head changes and lockout/tagout activities.
Prioritize daily tasks to maintain safety compliance and the project schedule.
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of EM-385-1.1 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926.
Conduct mishap investigations and complete required accident reports.
Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.
Maintain First Aid Logs.
Maintain applicable safety reference materials on the job site.
Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system and monitor outstanding deficiencies until resolution.
Maintain a current SDS (MSDS) list of hazardous chemicals on site.
Participate in safety and environmental initiatives that support compliance with state and federal regulations and improve company programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.