Government Site Safety & Health Officer (OSHA 30 | SSHO)

Job Description

Job Description

Do you lead by example on federal jobsites?

Staffworks Group is hiring a Government Site Safety & Health Officer for a federal project in Leeds, MA. If you’re the pro who spots hazards before they become incidents—and you can bring crews, subcontractors, and managers together around best practices—we want to talk.

Why you?

• Do you hold the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CQM-C credential?
• Do you have an active OSHA 30-Hour and SSHO/SSO certification (per 29 CFR 1926.16)?
• Have you spent 5+ years building and enforcing safety programs on construction/industrial federal or government sites ?
• Are you CPR/First Aid certified and confident communicating with crews and government representatives?

What you’ll do

• Own the site safety plan: align with OSHA and company standards; keep it current and actionable.
• Run frequent inspections and hazard assessments; remove unsafe conditions quickly.
• Lead training and toolbox talks tailored to the day’s work.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; implement and track corrective actions.
• Hold teams accountable for PPE and safe work practices.
• Maintain thorough documentation—accident reports, audits, and training records.
• Partner with project management and government agencies to maintain a safe, compliant site.

Role snapshot

• Title: Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)
• Location: Leeds, MA (local candidates only)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st shift
• Term: Contract, 6+ months
• Pay: $50–$55/hour
• Per Diem/Travel: Not provided; no additional travel costs covered

Bring your expertise. Build our culture.

We value clear communication, decisive action, and coaching in the field. If you’re motivated by preventing incidents and building strong safety habits, you’ll fit right in.

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