OVERVIEW
The construction Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is the steward for the Accident Prevention Plan, conducting activity hazard analyses, updating the plan as needed, providing on-site safety education, organizing toolbox safety meetings, ensuring overall safety compliance, and adopting a proactive, innovative approach to resolving site-specific safety challenges. The SSHO manages, implements, and enforces the Accident Prevention Plan and provides full-time on-site safety and occupational health management, including surveillance, inspections, training, and enforcement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
· Conduct daily site inspections and prepare daily safety reports to ensure compliance.
· Implement the Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and any associated crane and rigging plans.
· Provide on-site safety education for subcontractors.
· Coordinate with the Quality Control Manager and Site Superintendent on safety issues related to new definable features of work.
· Oversee site-specific safety activities, including permit-required confined spaces, abatement, and lockout/tagout procedures.
· Prioritize daily tasks to ensure safety compliance and adherence to the project schedule.
· Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of EM-385-1.1, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and 1926.
· Conduct mishap investigations and complete accident reports as required.
· Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.
· Conduct first-day site safety orientations for all new employees.
· Maintain the OSHA 300 log.
· Keep applicable safety reference materials available on the job site.
· Track safety and health deficiencies until they are resolved.
· Maintain an up-to-date list of hazardous chemicals (SDS/MSDS) on site.
· Prepare and review the monthly contractor safety self-evaluation checklist.
· Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
· Perform daily safety inspections and associated reports, daily equipment inspections, hazard analysis prior to activities, and weekly safety meetings.
· Present safety evaluations and coordinate with production and quality control functions at weekly owner and subcontractor meetings.
· Communicate effectively with the Site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Government Quality Assurance Representative, OSHA, Environmental personnel, Fire Marshals, Crane Safety, subcontractors, and tradesmen.
· Maintain safety records and manage all required reporting.
· Must be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and the Internet.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
· Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be accomplished and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
· Corporate Values - Understands, embraces, and integrates Doyon corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
· Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future needs by providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
· Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
· Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
· Attention to Detail - Ensures accuracy and completeness in one’s own work and in the work and information of others.
· Organizing and Planning - Systematically develops plans, prioritizes tasks, organizes resources, and manages timelines to achieve business goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience. (Preferred but not required)
· Minimum of 10 years of construction experience.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience as a construction SSHO.
· Experience working on government construction projects. (Preferred but not required)
· 30-hour OSHA construction safety class.
· Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
