Safety Officer

Job Title:

Safety Officer

Job Description

This full-time Safety Officer role supports a major construction project at a naval hospital facility through mid-2028. The Safety Officer works on site every day to promote a safe work environment, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and support the project's overall safety program. You collaborate closely with the project's full-time safety manager to provide daily incident reporting, oversee proper use of personal protective equipment, and help maintain a strong safety culture on a complex, high-profile construction site.

Responsibilities

+ Monitor daily construction activities on site to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, standards, and company policies.

+ Conduct regular site safety inspections and hazard analyses to identify risks and implement corrective actions promptly.

+ Verify that all workers and visitors use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety precautions.

+ Support and reinforce PPE compliance, including proper selection, use, and maintenance of safety equipment.

+ Provide daily incident and near-miss reporting to the full-time safety manager and project leadership, maintaining accurate safety records.

+ Collaborate closely with the roaming safety manager to coordinate safety initiatives and address emerging safety concerns on the project.

+ Deliver or support toolbox talks and other safety training sessions to reinforce safe work practices and promote ongoing safety awareness.

+ Monitor site activities for adherence to OSHA regulations, EM 385 requirements, and project-specific safety procedures.

+ Oversee and support fall protection measures, including safe use of harnesses, lifelines, and other fall prevention systems.

+ Ensure scaffold safety by supporting scaffold inspections and verifying that scaffolding is erected, used, and dismantled in a safe manner.

+ Assist with confined space safety, including verifying proper entry procedures, atmospheric testing, and rescue planning.

+ Promote safe operation of forklifts, scissor lifts, and other powered industrial equipment, ensuring operators follow required training and procedures.

+ Support respirator safety programs, including correct use, fit, and maintenance where required by tasks and site conditions.

+ Monitor overall safety performance on the project and provide coaching and guidance to workers and supervisors to improve safety behaviors.

+ Participate in incident investigations as needed, helping identify root causes and recommending preventive measures.

+ Work collaboratively with other project team members on site to ensure safety considerations are integrated into daily planning and execution.

Essential Skills

+ OSHA training completed within the last 2 years.

+ At least 2 years of construction experience with a strong interest in safety.

+ OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ EM 385 training or certification (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Fall Protection training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Scaffold Safety training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Scaffold Competent Person Inspection training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Confined Space Training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Forklift Safety and Training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Scissor Lift Safety and Training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Respirator safety training (or ability to obtain within the first 30 days).

+ Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.

+ Ability to conduct site safety monitoring and hazard analysis.

+

Experience with PPE compliance and enforcement.

+ Ability to deliver or support toolbox talks and safety training sessions.

+ Solid understanding of safety procedures and safety management principles.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Demonstrated interest in building a long-term career in health and safety.

+ Experience in site safety coordination on active construction projects.

+ Familiarity with hazard analysis methods and risk assessment tools.

+ Ability to work independently on site while collaborating effectively with a roaming safety manager.

+ Strong communication skills for interacting with workers, supervisors, and project leadership.

+ Attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety issues.

+ Ability to maintain accurate safety documentation and incident reports.

+ Motivation to gain valuable experience on a long-term, high-profile project that enhances career development in safety.

Work Environment

This role is based full time on an active construction site at a naval hospital facility and operates out of a project trailer. You work closely with a roaming safety manager while being able to perform your duties independently on site. The…