Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) - Federal/Military Projects

Overview

Ensures on‑site construction safety compliance and oversees hazard prevention for federal projects.

Key Responsibilities

• safety submittals
• incident investigation
• safety training
• hazard analysis
• accident prevention
• safety inspections

Tasks

As an SSHO, you’ll ensure that all on-site work practices meet local, state, and federal safety requirements. You’ll perform inspections, observe construction operations, and participate in the preconstruction planning process to provide input about the safety program. You’ll be part of the project’s key personnel team on-site. With your eye on a target of 100% safety, you’ll support the construction team by actively engaging in dialogue about safety concerns and passionately working to find practical proactive solutions to create continuous safety improvement. -Ensure all required safety submittals are created, submitted, and approved by the GDA (Government Development Association) well in advance of scheduled preparatory meetings. -Conduct or assist with incident investigations to determine root cause and identify corrective actions. -Develop and deliver safety training as needed for the projects. -Maintain appliable site safety reference material on the job site. -Lead morning tailgate safety meetings and morning stretches. -Interact with Superintendent, subcontractors, owner’s representatives, and other contractors on behalf of the company to resolve safety challenges. -Assist the construction team in incident notification procedures. -Create and review Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) and Work plans based on project schedule and definable features of work. -Develop and enforce the site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP). -Ensure statutes, regulations, and codes are clearly understood and met. -You’ll work directly with the company owner – your voice will be heard. -Maintain site safety records, such as inspection logs, near-miss reports, safety and health deficiency tracker, and daily production reports. -Comply with and stay current with changes in safety regulations such as EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and Cal-OSHA. -Create and implement site specific Accident Prevention Plan for construction per EM 381 1-1. -Oversee disposal of substances according to environmental guidelines. -Attend project meetings. -Conduct and document daily safety and health inspections through the entirety of the shifts. -Serve as Environmental Officer when required. -Conduct weekly safety meetings.

Requirements

• osha 30
• em 385-1-1
• usace cert
• 5 yrs
• federal projects
• travel

What You Bring

-Must be willing to travel -Minimum five years’ experience in construction safety -Average eight hours of safety training every year -Ability to pass a background check to gain access to work on military bases -USACE Construction Quality for Contractors certification is preferred -Must have OSHA 30 Certification and provide copy -CPR/ First Aid/ AED training certification preferred -Experience with federal construction projects is required -Must have 40 Hour EM 385-1-1 Certificate safety training and provide a copy -High School Diploma -Heavy Lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and physical stamina required, and ability to work in various weather conditions

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Benefits

-Paid time off -Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums 100% paid for you and your dependents -MZT supports professional development. Whatever your growth goals are, we’re here to provide support. -Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you will be an integral part of a collaborative and supportive environment. We value the power of collective knowledge and believe that together we can achieve remarkable results. -MZT covers 100% of the premium for medical, vision, and dental insurance for you and your family because we want you to be well. You won’t find this benefit anywhere else. -Room for growth? You bet! Over 20% of MZT’s key leaders started in the field. -Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 per year -401(k) with 100% match up to 4% of salary -Life Insurance (100% premium paid by the company for the employee only)

About Macro-Z-Technology Company

-Founded in 1989 as a two-person home-based shop, it has grown into a federal/state prime contractor handling projects up to $50 M. -Led by Bryan Zatica, whose background spans cost-engineering, large-scale civil works, design-build, and hazardous-materials removal. -Maintains dual offices in Santa Ana, CA, and Tacoma, WA, positioning itself as a West Coast regional heavyweight.

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Security Clearance

-must pass a background check to gain access to work on military bases.