Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

The application deadline and start date are subject to change based on the status of the contract.  Applications will be accepted through expiration date or until the position is filled.  If the contract is not awarded, this position may not be filled

Koniag Operations Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support KOS and our government customer in Quantico, VA. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.   

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.

Koniag Operations Services LLC, seeking a qualified and experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to lead and administer all safety and health programs in support of a government contract. In this critical role, you will serve as the on-site safety authority, ensuring full compliance with applicable federal regulations, Army Corps of Engineers safety standards, and the government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan. Your primary duty and sole responsibility will be the preparation and enforcement of the Contractor's safety program. You will be responsible for fostering a culture of safety excellence and ensuring the protection of all personnel on-site at all times.

Shift Structure:

• Monday through Friday: Government's regular working hours (on-site)
• May require flexible availability based on project work schedules

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary on-site safety authority, with sole responsibility for implementing and enforcing the Contractor's safety program and government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in full compliance with EM 385-1-1 and 29 CFR 1926.16
• Ensure all safety and health requirements of EM 385-1-1 Section 1 are met and maintained throughout all phases of project execution
• Function as a Competent Person at the project site, providing continuous safety oversight and hazard identification across all work activities
• Ensure Competent Persons are designated, credentialed, and on-site for all hazards identified in the Contractor's Safety and Health Program and accepted APP, present whenever work associated with their area of expertise is being performed
• Submit credentials of all Competent Persons to the Contracting Officer for acceptance in consultation with the Safety Office
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate on-site hazards, implementing corrective actions promptly to prevent accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and observations to verify compliance with the APP, safety plans, and all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Lead safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions to ensure all personnel are informed of site-specific hazards, safe work practices, and emergency procedures
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, performing thorough root cause analysis and developing corrective action plans to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety records, reports, and documentation, including inspection logs, training records, and incident reports
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, government stakeholders, and subcontractor teams to integrate safety requirements into all aspects of project planning and execution
• Develop, review, and update Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and other safety planning documents as required
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with all safety requirements, holding partners accountable to contractual safety obligations and established standards
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all government safety representatives and regulatory agencies regarding on-site safety matters
• Maintain ongoing safety and health competency through a minimum of 24 hours of formal safety and health related coursework every four years
• Must perform all duties in an extremely professional, customer-service oriented manner

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma or Bachelor's degree
• EM 385-1-1, Paragraph 01.A.17 training, experience, and qualifications
• 5 years of experience on contracts of similar size and complexity OR 3 years with a CSP or safety and health degree
• Knowledge of 29 CFR 1926 and EM 385-1-1
• Qualified Competent Person
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification or equivalent
• 24 hours of formal continuing education every four years
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, including providing security briefings and debriefings as required
• Must perform all duties in an extremely professional, customer-service oriented manner

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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