Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Job Description

Position title:

Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO)

Location:

Most Military Bases in Southern California: NBSD, NASNI, MCBCP, NBPL, etc.

Option of traveling in-state and out of state (Yuma, Arizona, 29 Palms, etc.)

General Purpose:

Responsible for the overall Site Safety Management of the project.

Project Description:

Wide range of construction projects on military bases, NAVFAC, USACE, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As SSHO, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

▫ Implement and ensure the project Health and Safety Plan is adhered to (Accident prevention Plan (APP))

▫ Coordinate with the other members of the project team to effectively execute the Safety Requirements of each project.

▫ Familiarize yourself with the Task Order(s) Scope of Work and requirements.

▫ Managing all vendors, suppliers, and subcontractor’s safety requirements (AHA’s, Lift Plans, Fall Protection, etc.) in a timely manner so it does not interfere with or delay the project.

▫ Prepare any documents or preliminary work needed for upcoming work on the project.

▫ Weekly progress meetings with the Construction Team.

▫ Assist with progress and safety reporting requirements.

▫ Work directly with the Clients to support needs as they may have or arise during the project.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the overall safety supervision of All Aspects of Construction, Operations Management, Materials, Subcontractors, and Personnel on the Project.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to pass government background check for base access (DBIDS)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree – preferred, not required

Required Certifications: (All certifications must be current)

Minimum:40-Hour EM 385-1-1, 30-Hour OSHA (Construction), First-Aid/CPR

Additional: 24-Hour Fall Protection, 40-Hour HAZWOPER, Competent Person Certifications: Excavation and Trenching, Scaffolding, Electrical Safety, etc.

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years’ concurrent safety in construction.

▫ Experience as a Site Safety and Health Officer on NAVFAC or USACE managed projects

▫ Basic Computer Skills – MS Word, MS Excel, MS OneDrive, Adobe PDF

▫ Experience Conducting Safety Meetings and Writing Daily Reports

▫ Experience organizing, managing and filing Safety documentation

▫ Experience managing deficiencies and correcting them in the field

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

▫ May be required to lift up to 50lbs. Requires basic office work, including sitting, walking, climbing stairs, kneeling, bending, operate hand operated office equipment and requires accurate visual ability. Driving may be required – must have valid driver’s license for three or more years with no more than one moving violation: proof of automobile liability insurance when driving personal vehicle.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

▫ Work environment is an active construction site. Work may be both indoors and outdoors.

Compensation:

▫ $40-$55 per hour | Pay range is based off experience

▫ Possible Per Diem projects available, per diem will be in addition to base pay (Food & Lodging)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person