Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)_ Darwin, NT, Australia

Overview

Oversee safety compliance for DoD construction projects at RAAF Base Darwin.

Key Responsibilities

• deficiency tracking
• hazard analysis
• incident investigation
• compliance audits
• safety training
• safety reporting

Tasks

-Establish a Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Deficiency Tracking System, listing & monitoring outstanding deficiencies until resolution. -Acquire and maintain applicable safety reference material on the jobsite, including any required postings. -Ensure proper implementation of the government accepted Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA’s) and all other contractual safety requirements. On-site presence is required at all times when work is being performed. -Ensure subcontractor compliance with all safety procedures and plans. -Serve as the on-site SSHO reporting primarily to the Project Manager/Superintendent, with additional functional responsibilities to the Director of HSE. -Conduct all safety & mishap investigations. Produce and maintain accident reports and all other required records for safety violations, near misses and work-related injuries. -Ensure the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 and EM 385-1-1 are met for federal jobs. -Work closely with the Project Manager and the government to ensure accomplishment of all safety objectives. -Develop follow-on Accident Prevention Plans and Activity Hazard Analysis as required. -Effectively communicate Safety Plans/ Procedures expectations and requirements with all stakeholders. -Maintain and foster a proactive safety posture, conducting documented daily health & safety inspections, enforcement activities and best practices evaluations. -Establish, train and direct efficient staffing of competent project safety representatives as required. -Ensure Compliance with Australian WHS Legislation, including NT specific regulations -Attend periodic project meetings including pre-work and preparatory meetings. -Conduct documented safety orientation training and ongoing job and evolution specific safety training for all required jobsite personnel.

Requirements

• osha 30
• ms office
• csp
• certificate iv
• 5 years
• secret clearance

What You Bring

-Certificate IV or Diploma in WHIS (for Australian candidates) -Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands. -Minimum of five (5) years of experience preparing & enforcing safety programs on large construction projects; required. -Secret or above Security Clearance; strongly desired. -U.S. Citizen or Australian resident with eligibility for base access clearance -Experience working on federal project with DOD/USACE/NAVFAC; strongly desired. -Certified Safety Professional (CSP); strongly desired. -Ability to successfully pass background/security check; required. -Ability to speak, read and write fluent English; required. -Strong Knowledge of Australian WHS Act 2011 and associated regulations -Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity. -Current OSHA 30-hour & EM 385-1-1; required. -Occasional lifting (up to 15 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying. -2-yr or 4-yr Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related field; strongly desired. -Proficiency with a computer and with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel); required.

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Benefits

-Company-paid disability and life insurance -Health insurance -Voluntary life insurance -Competitive salary and benefits package: -Vision insurance -Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan -Paid time off -Paid sick time -Dental insurance

About Slsco Ltd.

-Founded with a vision to deliver excellence in construction and civil engineering. -A trusted name across various sectors, providing high-quality services in design, construction, and project management. -Specializing in both residential and commercial projects, delivering customized solutions for every need. -Proven expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects, from roads and bridges to urban development. -An innovative approach that combines cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. -Steadfast in meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectations, making every project a success story. -Comprehensive solutions, offering everything from initial concept to final build and beyond.

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Security Clearance

-must successfully pass a background/security check. -secret or higher security clearance is strongly desired.