Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our "Shareholders," the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our Clients, the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process. Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level. The Aleut Federal motto is "We are One" because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.POSITION SUMMARYThe Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for planning, management and supporting the functional area of environmental safety and health (ES&H) for assigned project(s). Establish and maintain contact with Project Manager, Corporate ES&H Manager, and others as required to fulfill health and safety commitments on assigned projects. Anticipate potential safety-related problem areas and evaluate and recommend solution or corrective actions.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSSafety Program ManagementField Oversight & EnforcementPlanning & Hazard AnalysisTraining & MeetingsDocumentation & ReportingCoordination & CommunicationEDUCATION/TRAININGBachelor's Degree in Science, Construction, Health & safety or similar relevant field in applied occupational health and safety, emphasizing industrial hygiene (IH) cross training. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for the degree requirementRequired Certifications: Current OSHA 30-hour General or Construction Safety Training Current Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Hedalth Safety Technologist (OHST) EM 385 Valid First Aid and CPREXPERIENCEMinimum of five to seven (5-7) years of continuous construction industry safety experience supervising general construction, five (5) years of constant general industry safety experience managing safety programs Knowledge of applicable government health and safety regulations and standards, including EM 385-1-1. Demonstrated experience with event investigations, issues management/action tracking for safety and IH subject areas. Ability to develop and implement corrective action plans due to identified issues. Demonstrated industrial hygiene (IH) knowledge and other health and safety requirements. Demonstrated ability to monitor work activities, evaluate health and safety conditions, and facilitate corrective actions. Ability to prepare safety-specific documents independently, including project-specific safety plans and Activity/Job Hazard Analysis. Ability to identify and monitor for industrial hygiene issues. General knowledge of federal contracting processes, practices, requirements, and guidelines for construction projects. Strong familiarity and implementation of OSHA 1910/1926. Demonstrated knowledge and experience managing subcontractors.SKILLS/ABILITIESAbility to review, evaluate, and develop appropriate health & safety and IH policies and procedures. In-depth knowledge and ability to read prints, plans, schedules, and inspections. Strong verbal and writing skills required for communication with clients, management, and team members. Strong computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc), Procore and RMS. Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret data. Ability to manage injuries and illnesses as well as accident prevention. Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks. Must be able to document issues and resulting resolutions. Be effective in a high-stress environment. Organize/perform/assign work with minimum supervision. Ability to solve practical problems; ability to interpret and understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Learn and evolve new methods and systems.PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to perform repetitive movements of the fingers, hands, wrists, and arms, including use of computers and other office or field equipment. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods. Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb stairs or ladders as necessary to inspect work and oversee project activities. Must be able to safely navigate active construction sites, including uneven or rough terrain, unfinished surfaces, stairs, and other project work areas. Must be able to access and move throughout construction and project areas to observe work, conduct inspections, and oversee site operations. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, protective footwear, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, fall-protection equipment, full- or half-mask respirator, and/or face mask, as required by the work environment. Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe working conditions for this position may include the following: This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed onsite at an Aleut location. Working both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and potentially austere environments. May be exposed to construction environments involving equipment, electrical or mechanical hazards, elevated work areas, confined spaces, dust, hazardous materials, and odors Potential exposure to continuous loud noise produced by machinery and/or equipmentSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license. Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening. Must be able to be cleared for base or site access. Must be able to work a schedule that aligns with project requirements and operational needs, including extended hours, early mornings, evenings, weekends, or other non-standard hours as necessary required by the project needs. Must be able to travel as required to support projects and company operations, generally up to 10%.