What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Safety and Health Officer position at GovGig?
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing the safety and health program for federal construction projects in accordance with OSHA regulations, EM 385-1-1, and project-specific safety requirements. The SSHO serves as the on-site safety authority and primary liaison between the project team, subcontractors, and government safety officials, ensuring all personnel comply with safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe job site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) in compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and federal contract requirements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all safety-related matters on the job site, including government safety inspections and audits.
- Conduct daily site safety inspections, hazard analyses, and safety meetings/toolbox talks.
- Identify and correct unsafe working conditions, behaviors, or violations promptly.
- Maintain site-specific safety documentation, including Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and incident reports.
- Ensure all employees and subcontractors have received the appropriate safety orientation and training prior to beginning work.
- Lead investigations of any accidents, near-misses, or safety violations and provide corrective action reports.
- Track and report safety performance metrics and provide regular updates to project and corporate safety leadership.
- Coordinate with the Quality Control Manager and Superintendent to ensure all phases of work are planned and executed with safety as a top priority.
- Support the enforcement of the project’s COVID-19 and/or environmental health protocols (if applicable).
- Ensure compliance with PPE requirements and monitor usage.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of safety experience on federal construction projects (e.g., USACE, NAVFAC, VA).
- Certifications (Required):
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
- Current First Aid/CPR Certification
- EM 385-1-1 Training Certificate (within the last 5 years)
- Preferred Certifications:
- CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
- Fall Protection, Confined Space, and other relevant safety training
Preferred Attributes:
- Strong knowledge of federal construction safety standards and risk management strategies.
- Effective communicator with strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and safety reporting tools (e.g., SiteDocs, iAuditor, etc.).
- Experience working on secure or high-risk job sites (military bases, hospitals, infrastructure projects).
Salary:
Competitive and based on experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000
