Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Application deadline and start date are subject to change based on contract status. Applications will be accepted through the expiration date or until the position is filled. If the contract is not awarded, the position may not be filled.

About the role

Koniag Operations Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support a government contract in Quantico, VA. The SSHO will serve as the on‑site safety authority, ensuring full compliance with federal regulations, Army Corps of Engineers safety standards, and the government‑accepted Accident Prevention Plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on‑site safety authority, implementing and enforcing the Contractor’s safety program and Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in compliance with EM 385‑1‑1 and 29 CFR 1926.16.
• Ensure all safety and health requirements of EM 385‑1‑1 Section 1 are met throughout all project phases.
• Act as a Competent Person, providing continuous safety oversight and hazard identification.
• Designate, credential, and maintain Competent Persons on‑site for all identified hazards.
• Submit Competent Person credentials to the Contracting Officer for acceptance.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate on‑site hazards, implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and observations to verify compliance with the APP and applicable regulations.
• Lead safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions for site personnel.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near‑misses; perform root‑cause analysis and develop corrective action plans.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation, including inspection logs and training records.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, government stakeholders, and subcontractor teams to integrate safety requirements into project planning and execution.
• Develop, review, and update Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and other safety planning documents as required.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with all safety requirements and hold partners accountable to contractual obligations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government safety representatives and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain ongoing safety and health competency through a minimum of 24 hours of formal safety coursework every four years.
• Perform all duties in a highly professional, customer‑service‑oriented manner.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor’s degree.
• EM 385‑1‑1, Paragraph 01.A.17 training, experience, and qualifications.
• Five (5) years of experience on contracts of similar size and complexity, or three (3) years with a CSP or safety and health degree.
• Knowledge of 29 CFR 1926 and EM 385‑1‑1.
• Qualified Competent Person status.
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction certification or equivalent.
• Completion of 24 hours of formal continuing education every four years.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, including providing security briefings and debriefings as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, government regular working hours (on‑site).
• May require flexible availability based on project work schedules.