Site Safety and Health Officer

Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) – USACE 81st RD Facility Investment Services – Region F (Charlotte, NC)

Are you looking for a challenge? We are seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to develop, implement, and enforce the Contractor’s Safety and Health Program under the Facility Investment Services (Region

F) contract. The SSHO ensures full compliance with EM 385‑1‑1, OSHA, and all safety provisions in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). This role includes preparing and maintaining the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), conducting inspections, identifying hazards, implementing corrective actions, and documenting all safety activities. The SSHO works closely with the Project Manager and Quality Control Manager to maintain a safe work environment and protect personnel, property, and mission readiness.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position at Charlotte, NC serving Army Reserve sites across North and South Carolina. The position must maintain availability by phone within one hour during and after government working hours. An alternative location can be agreed upon with the candidate.

• Develop, implement, and enforce the Contractor’s Safety and Health Program in full compliance with EM 385‑1‑1, OSHA, and all Performance Work Statement (PWS) safety requirements.
• Prepare and maintain the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), ensuring safe work practices, hazard identification, emergency response procedures, and employee compliance with approved safety protocols.
• Develop and update Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for all recurring and non‑recurring tasks, identifying hazards, assessing risks, and defining control measures before work begins.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain hazard‑specific safety plans such as Asbestos Abatement, Fall Protection, Fire Prevention, and Confined Space Entry as required by the PWS.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of all worksites, equipment, and operations, documenting findings and ensuring prompt correction of unsafe conditions or practices.
• Ensure all personnel complete required safety training, including OSHA‑10 minimum certification, and maintain accurate records of completed courses and current qualifications.
• Investigate and report all accidents, near‑miss incidents, and property damage, determining root causes and submitting formal reports and corrective actions to the COR.
• Monitor and control hazardous materials, ensuring labeling, handling, storage, and disposal comply with OSHA Hazard Communication standards and environmental protection requirements.
• Maintain complete and accurate safety documentation, including inspection reports, training logs, AHAs, and incident records, available for Government review during normal working hours.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety devices, verifying compliance with established standards and replacement of defective gear.
• Coordinate safety compliance with security and environmental program requirements to protect personnel, property, and the environment during all contract activities.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and inspections with Government safety representatives, providing requested documentation and implementing required follow‑up actions.
• Exercise authority to stop work immediately when unsafe conditions exist and direct immediate corrective measures before operations resume.
• Promote and maintain a proactive culture of safety awareness, ensuring continuous improvement in accident prevention, hazard communication, and workforce protection across all contract sites.

• Minimum of three (3) years of satisfactory experience preparing and enforcing safety programs on contracts of similar size and complexity.
• Must have completed the OSHA 30‑hour Safety Course (or equivalent) within the last three years.
• Must be fully familiar with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual (EM 385‑1‑1) and all applicable OSHA regulations.
• Proven track record performing SSHO responsibilities, including:
  • Developing, implementing, and enforcing the Contractor’s Safety Program and the Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
  • Preparing,…