Safety Officer - Hawthorne, Nevada

Who We Are

Quality Work. Quality Results.

Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you'll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This Opportunity

This position is contingent upon contract award and is expected to be based in Hawthorne, Nevada .

Bay West is seeking a qualified Safety professional supporting explosive safety and occupational health programs. This position oversees the Safety Program, ensuring OSHA and Department of Defense explosive safety compliance through inspections, training, incident investigations, and corrective actions. The role serves as the primary safety advisor to leadership and provides oversight of ammunition and explosives operations, storage, and demilitarization activities.

Compensation details will be provided upon contract award.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development, implementation, and compliance of the Safety Program for HWAD:
  • Ensure regular occupational and industrial safety training is programmed and conducted.
  • Conducts daily, weekly and monthly safety inspections.
  • Investigate all accidents to determine future preventive measures and conducts safety stand down briefings as necessary.
  • Responsible for the overall compliance of all Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) and explosive safety operations with local and US environmental safety regulations.
  • Provides OSHA safety and HAZMAT program control and oversight of reception, storage and issue of ammunition, ammunition residue and ammunition packaging materials.
  • Assures availability of required safety information and materials such as Safety Data Sheets, hazard labeling of containers, labeling of industrial support equipment, etc.
• Assures adherence to OSHA and explosive safety procedures and ensures keeping of efficient, clean, and safe work environment.
  • Work closely with Government, QASAS, Area Managers, Supervisors, and Safety Representatives providing oversight and safety instructions to ensure compliance with all OSHA and explosive safety directives.
  • Monitor daily operational activities, conduct safety surveillance, safety inspections, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor regular Safety briefings and maintain daily communication with managers and supervisors.
  • Maintain up to date familiarity with the applicable ammunition and explosives safety standards, Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) Standards, and the necessary safety practices to protect themselves and their fellow employees.
• Serve as principal advisor to the Program Manager on all safety issues. Provides Senior Government and company officials with oral, written and graphic reports.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a qualified explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) school with at least eight years combined military and commercial UXO experience. As an exception, a UXOSO may be a graduate of a qualified UXO school and have at least eight years commercial UXO experience, as required by DDESB TP18.
• Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification IAW 29 CFR 1910.120.
• Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course and OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Course.
• Current 29 CFR 1910.120 HAZWOPER Physical.
• Qualified American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid and CPR.
• Active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• Direct experience in Dept. of Defense Explosives Safety regulations and policies.
• Must have knowledge of explosive safety, health and safety plans, proper munitions storage procedures, demilitarization operations, vehicle safety, and material safety hazards.
• Must be fluent in the English language with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations, generate reports, and develop plans, policies, and procedures.
• Must have a valid Driver's License in order to reach various sites on the Depot to conduct proper inspections and investigations after an incident or accident involving ammunition , explosives , and equipment.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Government contracting experience on HWAD.
• Must be able to communicate well, both verbally and in writing and possess organizational and management skills. Knowledge and ability to develop policies, procedures and techniques. Knowledge of computers, various software programs and testing equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, including standing, walking, and sitting
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Capable of performing repetitive movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, squatting, kneeling, and reaching (including overhead)
• Demonstrate manual dexterity with frequent use of hands for grasping, gripping, and handling tools and equipment
• Ability to safely work in environments with moving machinery, power tools, and other operational hazards
• Must have adequate visual capability, including the ability to distinguish colors, to safely perform job duties

Travel Requirements

• This position is based on-site in Hawthorne, Nevada, with project driven travel as required.

Benefits

Bay West offers a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees, including but not limited to paid time off, health insurance options, ancillary benefits to support life at all stages, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and subsidies for professional development.

Bay West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.