Site Safety and Health Officer

Afognak Native Corporation; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Alutiiq Logistics & Maintenance Services, LLC in Ridgecrest, CA seeks a Site Safety and Health Officer to oversee the Safety and Environmental program for the Base Operations Maintenance contract. This role provides guidance to supervisors on safety and environmental protocols and delivers training as needed.

Responsibilities include audits, OSHA/EM385 compliance, hazard analyses, spill response oversight, and robust reporting. A strong safety background and leadership skills are required.

Qualifications

• Requires safety program management experience and knowledge of OSHA and EM 385 requirements.
• Must be able to develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Strong training, auditing and reporting capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Safety/Environmental/Energy Program and ensure compliance.
• Conduct safety audits and maintain documentation for OSHA and corporate records.
• Lead safety training sessions and develop JHAs and SOPs.
• Coordinate Spill Response Team activities and incident investigations.
• Interface with government safety offices and subcontractors on safety standards.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response

Leadership

Training delivery

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Associate Degree in Safety

Bachelor’s degree in Safety

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Description

Alutiiq Logistics & Maintenance Services, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opportunity for a Site Safety and Health Officer in Ridgecrest, CA. The Site Safety and Health Officer manages and oversees the Safety and Environmental program for the Base Operations Maintenance contract. Provides guidance to all supervisors relating to safety and environmental related programs. Provides training as needed to program individuals for the various safety protocols and contract requirements. Oversees and conducts training related to, airfield driving program, initial safety training, HAZCOM program, PPE related safety training and ensures PPE is on hand for technicians performing under this contract. Ensures Activity Hazard Analysis are completed for the work tasks the company is responsible for. OPR for the project safety plan. Coordinates all Asbestos and Lead Based paint remediation activities. Interfaces with government safety office to ensure OSHA and Military safety requirements are being met. Oversees the CDL program. Ensures investigations are completed for all safety related incidents. Interfaces with corporate safety personnel regarding the corporate safety program and coordinates safety paperwork for the worker comp program. Other duties as assigned by the program manager.

• Keeps Project Manager apprised of unique situations and problems encountered.
• Knowledgeable of and ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, and all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, as well as Department of the Navy regulations and instructions, BOS Contract requirements and EM 385.
• Inspects work in progress for compliance with the Safety Plan, Environmental/ Energy Plans and contract requirements.
• Responsible for the overall management of the Safety/Environmental/ Energy Program.
• Completes necessary inspection reports and documentation required to support findings.
• Oversees all Spill Response Team activities associated with spills or leakage of hazardous materials.
• Conducts safety training (weekly bulletins,10-hour general industry classes, fall protection training, new hire safety orientation and OSHA 30.). Ensures all personnel have appropriate safety and training as needed.
• Develops plans and procedures and implements the Safety program, creates or modifies safety policies and updates Safety Manual as needed.
• Conducts regular safety audits including inspection of facilities, work equipment, work practices, and safety devices.
• Reports findings to Project Management and respective department, monitors changes and/or makes follow-up inspections.
• Provides technical assistance and advice.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports; maintains proper documentation to conform with record-keeping requirements of OSHA and labor codes and standards.
• Investigates all accidents and/or incidents of injury or property damage and ascertains cause and need for corrective action; develops and implements measures and strategies to prevent their recurrence in order to meet long-range safety goals.
• Provides consultation, guidance, and technical assistance on matters related to safety and the environmental/energy program.
• Develops, implements, and maintains safety programs, including but not limited to the following:
• Medical Surveillance
• Respiratory Protection
• Confined Space Entry
• Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout)
• Fall Protection
• Ergonomics
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Hearing Conservation
• Fire Prevention
• Accident Investigation and Reporting
• Hazard Communication
• Electrical Safety
• General Safety Procedures
• Oversees accident investigations and reporting to corporate for inclusion into the OSHA 300 Log.
• Develops Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to support all job assignments.
• Performs safety surveys; e.g., noise surveys, air monitoring, and time and motion studies, to determine personal protective equipment requirements and safe job practices.
• Develops, implements and updates SOPs for the Safety Program as required
• Ensures compliance with environmental/ energy and safety regulations.
• Oversees environmental and safety compliance with subcontractors.
• Ensures Safety is performed in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Works closely and harmoniously with fellow workers, and with Base Environmental officials, OSHA, and other regulatory agency personnel.
• Follows Corporation or furnished information directives, standard operating procedures, etc.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Payrate: $90,000 Annually

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Safety or 5 Years Experience as a Safety Professional.
• Current state driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and proof of valid insurance.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in safety management.
• OSHA 3115 Fall Protection
• OSHA 2225 Respiratory Protection
• Skilled in Government contracting terminology and requirements.
• Experience in safety/environmental/ energy regulations and requirements necessary to perform the contractual obligations at this project location.
• Experience in accident investigation and reporting principles and practices.
• Experience with environmental/energy compliance assessment and program management.
• Knowledge of OSHA & EM385-1-1 regulations
• OSHA 501 & 511 certification Preferred Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety curriculum
• Experience using personal computers and Microsoft Office software, including Excel.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written forms.
• Ability to think clearly and decisively in emergency situations and lead others to perform under extreme conditions.
• Superior analytical ability and mature judgment.
• Working knowledge of general industry.
• Good administrative skills.