Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Overview:

Doyon Management Services (DMS) provides Design-Build and General Construction Services on demolition, new construction, renovations, repairs, and civil projects at government-owned facilities and military installations.

The construction Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for developing and reviewing 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
• Develop and review the Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and 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 ones 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:

Required:

• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a federal construction SSHO
• Must have recent experience working on federal construction projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and/or the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC)
• 30-hour OSHA construction safety class

Preferred:

• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification
• Certification in the following areas: - Fall Protection, HAZWOPER 40, Lead Awareness, Blood-Borne Pathogens, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Management (Attendant and Rescue), General Competent Person, Trenching and Shoring Competent Person, Control of Hazardous Energies, Forklift, Man-Lift, and Fire Watch Training
• Average of at least 24 hours of formal safety training each year for the past 4 years - Includes training for Competent Person status in at least the following areas: Excavation, Scaffolding, Fall Protection, Hazardous Energy, Confined Space, and Health Hazard Recognition, Evaluation, and Control of Chemical, Physical, and Biological Agents

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Most of the work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings, involving a diverse range of people with varying functions, personalities, and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The role requires performing a variety of physical tasks, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and engaging in repetitive motions. It involves light work, exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, up to 15 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Close visual acuity is essential for tasks such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, reading, inspecting small defects or parts, operating machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, and assembling or fabricating parts at close distances. The position also requires occasional to frequent travel.

SALARY & BENEFITS : Salary range for this position is $100,000-$140,000 per year. Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. Employees are eligible to enroll in medical, vision, dental, flexible spending, employee assistance program, group and voluntary life and disability insurance and 401(k) retirement plan. Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, 5 bereavement and 10 jury duty paid leave.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all non-discrimination obligations, including the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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