Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Manatal; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Manatal in Northampton, MA seeks an experienced Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support a high-visibility federal project at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Leeds, MA. The SSHO will lead the safety program on site and manage compliance for masonry work.

You will conduct daily inspections, toolbox talks, incident investigations, and maintain training records while coordinating with Prime Contractor, government representatives, and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course required.
• CSP/CSHT certification or a related degree preferred.
• Experience managing safety on active construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead safety official on site, ensuring OSHA standards and regulations compliance.
• Implement and maintain a site-specific APP.
• Conduct daily safety inspections, hazard analysis, and toolbox talks.
• Enforce compliance with safety protocols and address unsafe behaviors or conditions immediately.
• Oversee safety documentation management (SDS, incident logs, near-miss reports, corrective actions).
• Liaise between Prime Contractor, government reps, subcontractors, and workers on safety matters.
• Monitor activities related to structural concrete to ensure safe practices.
• Lead incident investigations, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain safety training records and certifications for all workers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course

CSP or CSHT certification

Degree in Occupational Safety and Health

5+ years construction safety experience

Job description

Northampton, Massachusetts, United States

About the job Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

We are hiring an experienced Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support a high-visibility federal project at the Department of Veterans Affairs'in Leeds, MA. This position is a critical role in maintaining a safe and compliant jobsite during the execution of masonry work. The selected candidate will be the designated SSHO for the Prime Contractor and will be responsible for the full implementation and management of safety and health protocols on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead safety official on site, ensuring all activities comply with OSHA standards and other applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive site-specific APP.
• Conduct daily safety inspections, hazard analysis, and toolbox talks with all site personnel
• Enforce compliance with safety protocols and address unsafe behaviors or conditions immediately
• Oversee the management of safety documentation, including SDS, incident logs, near-miss reports, and corrective actions
• Serve as the liaison between the Prime Contractor, government representatives, subcontractors, and workers regarding all safety matters
• Monitor work activities related to structural concrete to ensure safe practices are followed at all times
• Lead incident investigations, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety training records and certifications for all workers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of the OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course
• One of the following:
• At least 5 years of full-time construction industry safety experience,
• OR at least 3 years of experience with a valid CSP or CSHT certification
• OR a degree in Occupational Safety and Health (or related field) from an accredited university or college
• Demonstrated experience managing site safety on active construction projects
• Familiarity with 29 CFR 1926 and federal construction safety standards
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and manage safety responsibilities for the duration of the project

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting safety efforts on federal government construction projects
• Familiarity with VA project protocols and documentation standards
• Experience with structural concrete repair work and its related safety considerations

Compensation:

Competitive hourly rate of $35 - $45/hr, based on experience and certifications.