Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel seeks an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer to implement and enforce the safety program on USACE projects, with authority to stop unsafe work and act as main safety contact for USACE and crews. Position based aboard the Dredge Wallace McGeorge on a 2 weeks on, 1 week off rotation.

The SSHO will lead safety briefings, audits, investigations, and coordination with USACE and site personnel to maintain a strong safety culture on land and water.

Qualifications

• Level 1 SSHO designation with USACE for the past 5 years.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification required.
• 24 hours of competency training within the last 3 years.
• Boaters Training certificate and ability to swim.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce APP and AHAs on sites.
• Conduct daily site inspections and safety audits.
• Identify hazards, direct corrective actions, stop work when needed.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety orientations.
• Investigate incidents and prepare required reports.
• Coordinate with USACE QA and safety personnel.

Skills

USACE SSHO Level 1

OSHA 30-Hour

Competency 24h

Ability to swim

Travel availability

Water safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Boater Training

Job description

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel provides aggregate materials and related services, including work on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects. We're looking for an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer to protect our people, keep our sites compliant, and help us maintain a strong safety culture on land and on the water.

About Us

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel provides aggregate materials and related services, including work on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects. We're looking for an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer to protect our people, keep our sites compliant, and help us maintain a strong safety culture on land and on the water.

Position Summary

The Site Safety and Health Officer is responsible for implementing and enforcing the company's safety and health program on assigned project sites, in line with USACE requirements (EM 385-1-1), OSHA standards, and applicable company policy. The SSHO has the authority to stop work when conditions are unsafe and serves as the main point of contact for safety matters with USACE representatives, supervisors, and crews. This position is based aboard the Dredge Wallace McGeorge on a 2 weeks on, 1 week off rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs)
• Conduct and document daily site inspections and safety audits
• Identify hazards, direct corrective actions, and stop work when necessary
• Lead toolbox talks, safety orientations, and ongoing employee training
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries, and complete required reports
• Coordinate with USACE Quality Assurance and safety personnel on inspections and compliance
• Maintain accurate safety records, logs, and training documentation
• Promote safe work practices around heavy equipment, dredging, material handling, and marine operations
• Support and encourage team members' learning and development
• Embrace PBSG's Culture

Required Qualifications

• Documented proof of Level 1 SSHO designation with USACE for the past 5 years
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Documented proof of 24 hours of competency training within the last 3 years
• Boaters Training certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license
• Excellent technical skills, as well as good oral and written communication skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Office and other standard software applications
• Ability to work consecutive weeks away from home
• Willingness to live onboard the Dredge Wallace McGeorge for 2 weeks on and 1 week off
• Must be comfortable working over and adjacent to water
• Ability to swim

Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes Aff…

Please note: This employment position may be considered a Safety Sensitive Position related to the operation of equipment or working in proximity of operating equipment, working over or adjacent to water, working at a height, or a particular assignment regulated by license, credential, or contract which stipulates the position or work as Safety Sensitive.