Site Safety and Health Officer
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$55 - $65 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Seal Beach, California |
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Position Title: Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)
Location: Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach
Project Duration: Approximately 4–6 months (anticipated start mid-May)
Compensation: $55-65/hr
The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing and overseeing all safety and health requirements for a construction project at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach. The SSHO will ensure full compliance with federal, state, and site-specific safety regulations, including EM 385-1-1, OSHA standards, and Navy/DoD safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities - Serve as the on-site safety representative with authority to enforce safety policies and stop work if unsafe conditions exist
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP)
- Conduct daily safety inspections and document findings, corrective actions, and follow-up
- Lead daily safety briefings (tailgate/toolbox meetings) and pre-task planning (AHA/JHA reviews)
- Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1 requirements
- Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and government safety representatives
- Maintain required safety documentation, logs, permits, and reports
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents; prepare detailed reports with corrective actions
- Monitor high-risk activities such as crane operations, excavations, and utility work
- Verify proper training, certifications, and PPE compliance for all personnel
The SSHO will oversee safety for activities including:
- Demolition of pavement, utilities, and potential removal of existing railroad tracks
- Shallow excavations and trenching operations
- Grading, compaction, and asphalt paving
- Installation of light poles, including crane-assisted lifts
- Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience, preferably on federal or military projects
- Demonstrated experience working under EM 385-1-1 requirements
- Current OSHA 30-hour (OSHA 30) certification (OSHA 30-Hour Construction preferred)
- CPR/First Aid/AED certification (current)
- Competent Person certifications (e.g., excavation/trenching, fall protection) strongly preferred
- Experience with crane safety and lift planning preferred
- Strong knowledge of hazard analysis (AHA/JHA) development and enforcement
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Field-based role requiring daily presence on an active construction site
- Exposure to heavy equipment, outdoor conditions, and active construction operations
- Must be able to walk uneven terrain, climb, and stand for extended periods
- Ability to pass background checks and obtain base access for Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach
- Valid driver’s license
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