Site Safety & Health Officer - Construction

Southwind Construction LLC; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwind Construction LLC in Albany, GA is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to oversee safety, health, and environmental protection across assigned projects. You will implement project safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety on every shift.

The role collaborates with the Superintendent, QCM, Project Manager, subcontractors, and government representatives to identify hazards, conduct inspections, lead meetings, and manage documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety experience.
• Must have U.S Corps of Engineers experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and construction safety best practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in high-risk situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to conduct site inspections in active construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce the project-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
• Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local safety standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the project site.
• Ensure all employees, subcontractors, and visitors understand and comply with project safety requirements.
• Monitor daily construction activities to ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and document findings.
• Identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and non-compliant activities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Inspect personal protective equipment (PPE), tools, equipment, scaffolding, ladders, temporary facilities, and work areas for compliance.
• Verify qualifications, certifications, and training requirements for equipment operators and specialized personnel.
• Ensure proper barricades, signage, lighting, ventilation, traffic control measures, and housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions have been completed.
• Prepare and maintain Daily Safety Reports and submit required documentation to project leadership.
• Maintain safety logs, inspection reports, hazard tracking records, and corrective action documentation.
• Document incidents, near misses, property damage events, and safety observations.
• Assist with accident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action development.
• Maintain emergency contact lists, first aid records, safety postings, and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure safety records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Conduct weekly toolbox safety meetings and maintain attendance records.
• Provide site-specific safety orientations for new employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Deliver or coordinate required training on fall protection, confined space entry, hazard communication, lockout/tagout, PPE, and other applicable topics.
• Participate in preparatory meetings, progress meetings, and stakeholder meetings to ensure safety considerations are incorporated into project planning.
• Reinforce safe work practices through continuous employee engagement and coaching.

Skills

Construction safety

OSHA regulations

Safety program development

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's/Bachelor's in safety or construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Southwind Construction LLC in Albany, GA is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to oversee safety, health, and environmental protection across assigned projects. You will implement project safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety on every shift.

The role collaborates with the Superintendent, QCM, Project Manager, subcontractors, and government representatives to identify hazards, conduct inspections, lead meetings, and manage documentation.