SAFETY MANAGER SSHO
Required skills
- SSHO
- EM-385 1-1
- Level 4
- DOD experience
- OSHA 1910
- OSHA 1926
- USACE EM 385 1.1
- 30 Hour OSHA
- 24 hour fall protection
- Scaffolds
Nice to have
- CSP
- CHST
Role summary
The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) will provide comprehensive safety oversight for construction projects, particularly those involving government contracts and Department of Defense (DOD) sites. This role requires Level 4 SSHO qualifications and 5 years of experience in SSHO and DOD environments. Responsibilities include conducting safety orientations, performing daily inspections, documenting deficiencies, guiding subcontractors on government safety requirements, and ensuring compliance with standards like OSHA 1910, 1926, and EM 385 1.1. The position emphasizes a behavior-based safety approach and requires strong computer skills in MS Office.
Position Description
Site Safety and Health Officer with EM-385 1-1 section 1 Level 4 qualifications and DOD experience.
Essential Functions
- Provide thorough safety orientation for all project new hires
- Excellent communications skills and a passion for safety
- Provide strong safety oversite and guidance
- Guide subcontractors through the preparation of government safety requirements
- Using the behavior based approach to provide safety oversight for various construction activities, including underground utilities, elevated work, confined spaces and other general construction activities
- Conduct daily onsite safety inspections – RMS daily reporting
- Correct and document safety deficiencies
- Conduct Equipment Initial Inspections
- Daily communication with project team
- Provide accurate recordkeeping and AHA matrix
- Above average computer skills (MS Office)
- Able to pass security background check to enter post
Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant SSHO experience with 5 years of DOD experience
- Level 4 SSHO qualified
- CSP or CHST a qualifications
- 30 Hour OSHA in construction
- 24 hour fall protection
- Knowledgeable of OSHA 1910, 1926 and USACE EM 385 1.1
- Must be competent in the following disciplines;
Scaffolds
Fall Protection
Confined Spaces
Ladders & Stairways
Trenching & Excavations
Skills/Competencies
Able to perform the following activities: standing, walking, climbing (ladder, scaffolding, steps, etc.), driving, lifting and carrying, kneeling, crouching and sitting.
Benefits:
Our competitive compensation and benefits package includes:
Outstanding working environment
Wellness initiatives
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
401(k) with employer contributions
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Job-related training
Direct deposit payroll
Sauer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
