Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for the project in accordance with EM 385-1-1 (2024), Chapter 2.
• Exercise full authority to enforce safety requirements and stop work for any activity posing an imminent danger or non-compliance with contract safety requirements.
• Implement, maintain, and enforce the Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan (APP) throughout the life of the project.
• Prepare, review, and update site-specific Accident Prevention Plans (APPs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for all Definable Features of Work (DFOWs).
• Participate in the preparation, revision, and administration of ENG Form 6293 and all required safety submittals.
• Cover, review, and document daily safety and occupational health inspections of all work areas, equipment, and operations in accordance with EM 385-1-1 and project specifications.
• Establish, maintain, and manage a Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Deficiency Tracking System, ensuring timely corrective actions and formal closure of deficiencies.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with the APP, AHAs, and all contract safety requirements.
• Conduct and document site-specific safety orientations, job hazard briefings, and task-specific training for all project personnel.
• Verify that all workers, supervisors, and subcontractors possess required safety training, certifications, and medical qualifications prior to performing work.
• Lead and document accident, incident, and near-miss investigations in accordance with EM 385-1-1 and FAR 52.236-13.
• Ensure immediate notification to the Government of reportable incidents and compliance with required reporting timelines.
• Maintain accurate records of injuries, illnesses, property damage, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience implementing and enforcing safety programs on federal construction projects, or three (3) years of experience with a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential or a degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a Competent Person and/or Qualified Person for applicable high-risk construction activities.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training (current).
• EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Safety and Health Training (current).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for formal Government correspondence and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience on Hawaii managing safety programs on federal construction projects.
• Experience supporting Design-Build delivery methods.
• Familiarity with NAVFAC Section 01 35 26, safety submittal processes, and ROICC coordination.
• Experience managing safety programs on active military installations.