What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Health Officer remote position at Convergint Federal Solutions?
We are seeking a qualified Safety & Health Officer (SHO) to join our team. This position requires a dedicated fulltime individual to ensure the safety and health of our workforce in compliance with EM 38511 and other federal state and local regulations. The SHO will oversee risk assessments incident investigations safety training emergency response planning inspections and regulatory compliance. They will help develop and provide oversight of Site Safety Health Officers (SSHO) who must be onsite during all work activities as warranted and will collaborate with project managers contractors and regulatory authorities to maintain a safe work environment.
Value and Beliefs of this Role :
The person in this role must provide worldclass service to customers colleagues and communities. It requires a person of integrity selfaccountability commitment to communicate openly and consistently delivering results and having fun with laughter daily. In this role we want you to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Safety & Health Officer. This job requires a person who remains professional organized detail and task oriented as well as precise thorough and collaborative.
Responsibilities :
- Ensure all safety and health policies align with federal state and local regulations including EM 38511 requirements.
- Maintain the role of Safety and Health Officer (SHO) as a fulltime position with no conflicting responsibilities.
- Ensure that SSHO is onsite whenever work is being performed. In the absence of the SSHO for more than 24 hours an Alternate SSHO with equivalent qualifications must be present.
- Report directly to senior project or corporate officials ensuring SSHO authority over safety operations.
- Conduct regular inspections of job sites equipment and materials to identify and address hazards.
- Ensure workers receive safety indoctrination and facilitate ongoing safety meetings and training including weekly meetings for workers and monthly meetings for supervisors.
- Ensure compliance with EM 38511 requirements such as Accident Prevention Plans (APP) Action Hazard Analyses (AHA) and safety toolbox talks.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analysis to identify workplace safety hazards.
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate and manage risks in compliance with EM 38511 and industry best practices.
- Ensure SSHO is properly trained 40hour initial course and 8hour annual refresher) and present onsite at all times when work is being performed.
- Lead investigations into accidents nearmisses and safety incidents identifying root causes and developing action plans to prevent reoccurrence.
- Ensure all incidents are documented and corrective actions are implemented.
- Work with project teams to develop and enforce Accident Prevention Plans for each contract.
- Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors ensuring compliance with EM 38511 standards and safety best practices.
- Ensure all personnel complete initial safety indoctrination and ongoing training.
- Maintain training records and ensure that workers have access to relevant safety documentation such as AHAs and emergency response procedures.
- Oversee the development maintenance and of sitespecific emergency response plans including evacuation procedures firstaid training and emergency equipment accessibility.
- Conduct regular emergency drills to ensure readiness for medical emergencies fires electrical incidents and hazardous materials releases.
- Ensure clear communication channels are in place for reporting incidents and emergencies.
- Conduct frequent inspections of work sites to identify hazards and ensure compliance with EM 38511 standards.
- Implement corrective actions for safety violations and ensure continued safety awareness through regular safety meetings and toolbox talks.
- Inspect office facilities to identify and help resolve potential hazards.
- Maintain detailed records of safety activities including safety meetings inspections incident reports and training sessions.
- Ensure compliance with documentation requirements for safety audits risk assessments and accident investigations.
- Keep records of PPE usage safety training sessions and safety equipment inspections.
- Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization by collaborating with management and employees to reinforce safety awareness commitment and accountability.
- Ensure all workers are trained to identify and mitigate potential hazards and that they are aware of the importance of safety onsite.
- Collaborate with vendors and contractors to ensure they adhere to the companys safety standards while onsite.
- Ensure that contractors have completed necessary safety training and are familiar with job site hazards and emergency procedures.
- Prepare and submit all required safety and health reports to regulatory authorities in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations including reporting requirements for job site inspections and safety performance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned within the scope of the role and as needed to support safety management on the project.
Qualifications :
Requirements
Additional Information :
Salary Range : $120K$135K
Travel : The position will be remote with up to 50 travel nationally and internationally.
Company Benefits and Perks :
Convergint Federal fosters a supportive accessible and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities can realize their maximum potential within the company. This role offers a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to our colleagues :
Convergint Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation disability or national origin. We offer a smokefree and drugfree workplace.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and preemployment drug screen.
Should your position require a US Government security clearance your continued employment will be dependent on successfully obtaining and maintaining the level of clearance necessary. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a US Government Secret Security clearance.
All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for a preliminary screening and interview.
Convergint Federal is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company Convergint Technologies offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at uscareers.convergint / careers.
EOE / M / F / V / D
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
Convergint will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 601.35(c)
Remote Work : Employment Type :
Fulltime
Key Skills
Acquisition,Food Production,Drafting,ADNOC,HACCP,Customer Relationship
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Salary : $120,000 - $135,000