About this opportunity
Aleut Federal LLC lists this SSHO opportunity in patuxent highland, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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 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 SUMMARY
The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for planning, managing, and supporting the functional area of environmental safety and health (ES&H) for assigned project(s). Establish and maintain contact with the 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 solutions or corrective actions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Safety Program Management
Lead development, submission, approval coordination, implementation, and enforcement of the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with EM 385-1-1 and contract requirements.
Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA (29 CFR 1926), and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Manage and support construction and general industry safety programs for assigned projects
Act as the controlling authority for site safety, including subcontractors
Establish and maintain communication with the Corporate ES&H Manager, the Project Manager, and regulatory agencies as required
Ensure overall program compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards
Field Oversight & Enforcement
Maintain a continuous, full-time on-site presence whenever work is being performed and serve as the designated SSHO of record for the project.
Monitor daily work practices of employees, contractors, and subcontractors
Conduct daily safety inspections and enforce corrective actions
Exercise immediate and unilateral stop-work authority for unsafe conditions or behaviors and ensure corrective actions are implemented prior to resumption of work.
Recommend issuance of Notices of Non-Compliance and follow through to ensure corrective actions are implemented
Provide supervision and guidance to craft and administrative personnel regarding health and safety requirements
Lead development, review, approval, and enforcement of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and ensure all work activities are covered prior to execution.
Identify hazards and ensure appropriate controls are implemented
Ensure AHAs are communicated to and acknowledged by all workers prior to the start of work
Anticipate potential safety and industrial hygiene (IH) risks and provide technical direction to mitigate hazards
Training & Meetings
Conduct and document weekly toolbox talks and monthly supervisor safety meetings
Provide ongoing safety, health, fire prevention, and hazard awareness training
Research and develop training materials and assist in the delivery of OSHA and company-required training programs
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain required safety documentation, including APP, AHAs, permits, inspection reports, and daily field reports
Prepare and maintain accident reports, exposure reports, and audit documentation
Conduct accident investigations, compliance audits, health surveys, and insurance audits; document findings and corrective actions
Report incidents in accordance with EM 385 and company reporting requirements
Coordination & Communication
Coordinate with the Superintendent, QC Manager, and project leadership while maintaining safety independence
Interface directly with USACE COR/ACO, participate in preparatory and initial control phase meetings, and support RMS documentation and compliance reporting.
Communicate safety expectations, risks, and performance between management and field personnel
Collaborate with internal departments and business units to support project success
Escalate industrial hygiene concerns to the Regional Program Director/ES&H Manager as appropriate
Provide proper flow of communication from upper management to team members and vice versa.
Perform duties, responsibilities, and assigned tasks with minimal direction and oversight.
Work with other departments within the company and business units as required.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Health & Safety, or similar relevant field in applied occupational health and safety, emphasizing industrial hygiene (IH) cross-training.
Required Certifications: Current OSHA 30-hour General Industry Safety Training Current;
Verification of annual 8-hour competency training and/or self-study (As required by EM 385-1-1 Section 1 Subsection 01.A.17)
Valid First Aid and CPR
Preferred Certifications: Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Occupational Health Safety Technologist (OHST)
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of five (5) years of continuous construction industry safety experience supervising general construction, five (5) years of constant general industry safety experience managing safety programs, or five years of experience and a Third-Party, nationally accredited SOH-related certification.
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 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/ABILITIES
Ability 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
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 DEMANDS
Ability to perform repetitive movements of the fingers, hands, wrists, and arms
Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for prolonged periods.
Must be able to work in personal protective equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, fall-protection harness, protective footwear, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, a full or half mask respirator, and/or face mask.
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Working both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and potentially austere environments.
When in the field, 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 equipment.
This is an on-site position that requires work to be performed onsite at an Aleut location.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening.
Must be able to obtain and maintain access to military bases, including CEAL processing, background checks, and REAL ID compliance.
Must have the ability to maintain assigned work hours and schedule based on pro80ject requirements.
Must be available for standby assignments/scheduled off-hours/emergency work as required
Must be able to travel as needed for projects and company requirements.
Salary Range
80K to 130K based on contract, experience, and location.
Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
Health insurance
Paid Time Off
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life insurance
401k and match
Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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