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Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) - Construction
We are seeking a SSHO that will facilitate compliance with occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) guidelines, provide advice on measures to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations and be on a constant lookout for safety violations.
The ideal candidate will be a responsible individual who understands and follows OSHA regulations, be detail-oriented and ready to act in emergencies. The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.
A minimum of five (5) years in Dredging or Marine Construction Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) Experience and a minimum of Three (3) years of continuous construction as a SSHO on USACE Marine Construction Projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Support the development of Occupational Health & Safety policies and programs
- Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
- Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures
- Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation
- Initiate and organize OHSA training of employees and executives
- Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
- Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc.
- Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy
- Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker's compensation claims
- Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management
- Ensure company policies and procedures are always followed.
- Responsible for project performance, production, and efficiently utilizing site, department and staff resources.
- Hold daily start of shift meetings to cover safety topics and any near misses
Requirements:
- A minimum of five (5) years in Dredging or Marine Construction Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) Experience
- A minimum of Three (3) years of continuous construction as a SSHO on USACE Marine Construction Projects.
- Health Officer (SSHO) experience is required.
- In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA/EM 385-1-1) and procedures
- Develop AHA documents on site with Project Team
- Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
- Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
- Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
- Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Diligent with great attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
- BS/BA in safety management, engineering or relevant field is preferred
- Instructor-signed OSHA 30- hour training CARD
- OSHA 30, EM 385-1-1 certified
- First Aid, BBP and CPR certified and up to date
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear; Frequently will reach with hands; Occasionally will stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste/smell.
- Lift and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift-up to 10 pounds; Frequently will lift up to 25 pounds; Occasionally will lift up to 50 pounds.
Employee Benefits. An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays
Gator Dredging is a:
- Drug-Free Workplace
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Homeland Security - E-Verify Company. Gator Dredging will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
For more information, please visit www.gatordredging.com
