On-Site SSHO — Naval Construction Safety Lead

Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, LLC; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, LLC is seeking a Level 1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for a federal naval construction project in Newport, RI. The SSHO will lead day-to-day safety for the prime contractor and oversee subcontractor compliance with EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards, coordinating with government representatives.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five years of continuous construction safety experience, OSHA 30-hour Construction training, and completion of the

Qualifications

• Meet Level 1 SSHO qualifications and be eligible for designation on ENG Form 6282.
• Document at least five years of continuous construction safety experience.
• Provide proof of OSHA 30-hour Construction training and at least 24 hours of formal safety training per year.
• Complete the 40-hour contract safety awareness course covering EM 385-1-1, delivered by a qualified trainer; renew within 60 days if needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and verify that prime contractor and subcontractor crews follow it.
• Conduct and document daily safety inspections, identify hazards, track deficiencies, and verify that corrective actions are complete.
• Review Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) with supervisors and subcontractors before work begins and when work methods or site conditions change.
• Lead safety orientations and briefings; maintain inspection logs, training records, and other required safety documentation.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions warrant it and verify that hazards are addressed before work resumes.
• Report and investigate incidents and near misses, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Serve as the designated on-site SSHO under ENG Form 6282 and coordinate safety matters with project leadership, subcontractors, and government representatives.

Skills

Level 1 SSHO

OSHA 30-hour Construction

5 years construction safety

EM 385-1-1

ANSI/ASSP Z490.1

Job description

Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, LLC is seeking a Level 1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for a federal naval construction project in Newport, RI. The SSHO will lead day-to-day safety for the prime contractor and oversee subcontractor compliance with EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards, coordinating with government representatives.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five years of continuous construction safety experience, OSHA 30-hour Construction training, and completion of the