Site Safety Health Officer

About the role

Mavagi Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer to join our team. We are dedicated to providing job skills training, a compassionate culture, and employment opportunities for disabled veterans and other people with disabilities.

Job Skills

• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards
• Collaborate with site managers and supervisors to address safety concerns and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Organize and conduct safety training sessions for staff on topics such as proper chemical handling, equipment safety, and emergency procedures
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare detailed reports and recommend preventive measures
• Stay updated on changes in safety regulations and industry best practices; implement necessary changes to ensure continuous improvement
• Promote a safety-conscious culture by encouraging open communication and participation in safety initiatives among all employees
• May be required to prepare project Safety Plans and/or Activity Hazard Analysis for each definable feature of work on the project

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of continuous construction or general industry safety experience in safety programs, managing safety programs or processes, or conducting hazard analyses and developing safety controls
• At a minimum, must have completed the instructor-signed OSHA 30-hour training card (or course completion if within 90 days of having completed the training and card has not yet been issued. This may be for general industry or construction industry safety experience or a combination of both that satisfies the years of experience requirement)
• If the SSHO has a Third-Party, Nationally Accredited (ANSI or National Commission for Certifying Agencies - NCCA) SOH-related certification, only 4 years of experience is needed
• Maintain competency through having taken 8 hours of documented formal, on-line, or self-study safety and health-related coursework every year for the last five years
• Comprehensive understanding of CFR 1926.20 (General Safety and Health Provisions) highly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines, including chemical handling and equipment safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Currently hold or willing to obtain certification in First Aid and CPR-AED by a nationally accredited body within 30 days of employment

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to heat, sun for extended periods of time
• Possible exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, and various infectious diseases
• Exposure to wildlife
• Move and lift between 25-50+ lbs
• Possible exposure to uncomfortable noise levels and vibration of the body or extremities