SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER (Bremerton)

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing the safety and health program for Federal Construction projects in accordance with OSHA regulations, EM 385-1-1, and project-specific safety requirements. The SSHO serves as the on-site safety authority and primary liaison between the project team, subcontractors, and government safety officials, ensuring all personnel comply with safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe job site.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop, implement, and manage the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) in compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and federal contract requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all safety-related matters on the job site, including government safety inspections and audits.
• Conduct daily site safety inspections, hazard analyses, and safety meetings / toolbox talks.
• Identify and correct unsafe working conditions, behaviors, or violations promptly.
• Maintain site-specific safety documentation, including Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and incident reports.
• Ensure all employees and subcontractors have received the appropriate safety orientation and training prior to beginning work.
• Lead investigations of any accidents, near-misses, or safety violations and provide corrective action reports.
• Track and report safety performance metrics and provide regular updates to project and corporate safety leadership.
• Coordinate with the Quality Control Manager and Superintendent to ensure all phases of work are planned and executed with safety as a top priority.
• Support the enforcement of the projects COVID-19 and / or environmental health protocols (if applicable).
• Ensure compliance with PPE requirements and monitor usage.