Site Safety & Health Officer

Akima; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A logistics services provider in El Centro, California is seeking a qualified SSHO to oversee safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance for facility maintenance and airfield operations under a DoD contract. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance, training staff, and conducting safety audits. The role requires a background check, an HS diploma, and a preferred degree in occupational safety. Competitive pay ranges from $57,000 to $98,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Experience creating and monitoring safety programs.
• 10-hour OSHA construction safety class or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compliance objectives to staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Design and deliver safety training.

Skills

Safety program development

Technical guidance

Regulatory compliance

Safety audits

Training design

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene or related Technical Field

HS diploma

Job description

The SSHO will function as the primary safety authority for facility maintenance and airfield operations under a DoD contract. The SSHO’s primary responsibility is to develop and enforce the Contractor’s safety program, act as the OSHA Competent Person on-site, and provide subject matter expertise on 29 CFR 1910, 1926, and EM 385-1-1. The ideal candidate will have experience creating, implementing, and monitoring safety programs and training, while continuously evaluating contract activities for improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and compliance objectives to managers, supervisors, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety legislation.
• Develop policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Interface with regulatory agencies, corporate HSE, and the Project Manager.
• Design and deliver safety training for all project employees.
• Develop and implement accident investigation and recurrence prevention programs.
• Conduct on-site safety audits and program reviews.
• Manage Worker’s Compensation and Federal DOT compliance programs.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are compliant with the El Centro Site‑Specific Safety Plan.
• Chair quarterly safety meetings and lead the Employee Safety Council.
• Maintain thorough understanding of contract requirements and ensure timely compliance.
• Anticipate future trends in safety equipment and compliance needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• HS diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene or related Technical Field preferred.
• SSHO shall have worked on similar projects (size, scope, complexity), possess a 10‑hour OSHA construction safety class or equivalent within last 3 years and have competent person training as required.

Job ID

2026-21588

Work Type

On‑Site

Pay Range

$57,000 - $98,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full‑time and part‑time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Intra-Data (AID), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics services provider. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AID, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AID provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AID delivers flexible, full‑spectrums facilities, maintenance, and repair and logistics services that enable our customers to reduce operating costs, improve productivity, and enhance the value of their existing assets.

As an AID employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.