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Site Safety & Health Officer

Calista Brice LLC, Juneau, AK, United States


Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) – Brice Builders LLC
As the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), you will work onsite in Alaska, traveling to remote project sites for extended periods of time depending on project needs. You will be responsible for the safety and occupational health management of project employees.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with development, updating, and enforcing a Project‑Specific Accident Prevention Plan.

Assist project personnel to develop, implement, review, and modify AHAs.

Maintain applicable safety reference material (EM‑385 and OSHA Construction Industry Safety Regulations) on the project site.

Maintain a presence at the project site at all times work is being performed to perform safety and occupational health management, surveillance, inspections, and leadership.

Enforce all safety procedures and ensure all project personnel are adhering to the corporate safety plan to minimize exposure and risk.

Comply with all corporate risk management goals and objectives as they apply to the project.

Perform daily project safety and health inspections listing area/operation inspected, date of inspection, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, estimated and actual dates of corrections.

Assist project personnel with incident investigations and complete required reports, including accident and incident documentation, root causes, and corrective actions as needed.

Report results of investigations to Project Superintendent, Project Manager, and Corporate Safety Manager.

Responsible for primary documentation and reporting of any job site injuries for workers compensation.

Attend and participate in pre‑work meetings, including Preparatory Phase Inspection meetings and periodic in‑progress meetings.

Maintain a safety and health bulletin board at the project site.

Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system until resolution.

Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.

Conduct weekly safety meetings for all workers.

Conduct monthly supervisory safety meetings and participate in monthly client safety meetings.

Maintain project personnel safety training records.

Conduct project orientation and other safety training in the field as needed.

Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Functions
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but has authority over project personnel, subcontractors, and vendors regarding project safety and risk mitigation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations and standards for employee health and safety and ability to implement at a project site.

Knowledge of standard safety equipment used in construction occupations.

Knowledge of EM 385‑1‑1 requirements and hazard identification and safety compliance.

Effective professional communication and interpersonal skills.

Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines and general time management.

Ability to work productively under pressure.

Proficiency in standard business computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Ability to develop safety policies.

Ability to develop and conduct health and safety training classes.

Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems and concepts, both logical and interpersonal.

Ability to use judgment and discretion.

Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.

Ability to work on secure military facilities.

Ability to work a flexible schedule.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical ability: add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and efficiently.

Ability to travel to remote project sites for extended periods.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of five (5) continuous years of safety experience in construction or general industry safety programs.

30‑hour OSHA construction safety class or equivalent within the last 5 years, or ability to attend a class upon hire.

Ability to work on secure military facilities.

Valid state driver’s license and qualification to operate a vehicle under the company’s Driving Policy.

Ability to pass drug, driving and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Familiarity and experience with EM 385‑1‑1 requirements.

USACE CQM certificate.

Working Environment
The work environment is primarily on rural Alaska project sites. The role is camp based, with accommodations and meals provided on‑site. Noise levels and working conditions are typical of construction jobs.

Benefits

Competitive wages with progressive advancement opportunities.

Mentorship program for career development.

Tuition reimbursement.

Safety Gear Allowance: $350.00 yearly reimbursement.

Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program with low employee premiums.

FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.

Dental and vision insurance.

Employee Assistance Program.

Company paid life insurance, AD&D and LTD.

Voluntary life insurance, AD&D, STD, accident, cancer/critical illness, and whole life insurance.

Paid time off: 2080 paid regular hours per year (40 hours per week), with increases per years of service (list of days).

10 regular holidays and 1 bonus floating holiday after 1 year of service.

401(k) match up to 6% of your contribution at 0.50 per dollar.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential and will help you reach yours.

EEO Statement
We are committed to selecting, placing, training and promoting the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience. We provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non‑work related factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

Preferred Candidate Statement
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
It is Calista and subsidiaries’ business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

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