Site Safety & Health Officer- SSHO
Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: Night Shift | 9pm-7am | (4 10hr Shifts)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Range: $55.00/hr - $60.00/hr
Local Candidates preferred
Diversified Safety Services is seeking an experienced Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to join our team and support a new construction project in Washington, DC. This role offers the opportunity to play a critical role in driving a culture of safety, ensuring compliance, and fostering a proactive approach to workplace health and safety on a large-scale, high-visibility project.
Key Responsibilities
- Champion Safety Culture: Prepare and enforce health and safety policies that build a safe, proactive jobsite environment.
- Lead Safety Programs: Design and implement safety programs, plans, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Monitor & Report: Track safety compliance, document findings, and communicate updates
- Identify & Solve Hazards: Spot risks early, recommend solutions, and ensure preventive measures are put in place.
- Drive Engagement: Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training sessions to keep teams engaged and aligned.
- Stay Present & Involved: Maintain regular on-site presence, participate in project meetings, and provide proactive safety guidance.
- Ensure Compliance: Verify that all work follows approved manuals, internal procedures, and contract requirements.
- Maintain Documentation: Keep accurate logs of inspections, reports, and safety correspondence.
- Oversee Site Activity: Supervise subcontractors and contractors to ensure work meets EHS requirements.
- Investigate & Improve: Conduct investigations for accidents, incidents, and near misses; follow through on corrective actions.
- Enforce Standards: Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with safety procedures at all times.
- Support the Project: Contribute to additional safety initiatives and requirements as needed
Qualifications
- 10+ years of hands-on construction safety experience.
- OSHA 30 construction is required
- EM 385 1-1 (40-hour) is required within the last 5 years
- USACE QCM is preferred
- First Aid/ CPR/ AED is required
- 24 hours of documented safety training each year for the past 5 years
- Competent Person in fall protection, excavation, scaffolding, and confined space is required
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA guidelines, regulations, and safety programs.
- Ability to produce clear reports, develop procedures, and implement effective safety solutions.
- Excellent hazard recognition, data analysis, and risk assessment skills.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and communication abilities.
- Professional presence on-site and ability to lead teams through incidents or emergencies with composure.
Diversified Safety Services is a nationwide safety consulting firm supporting contractors across all trades, from general contractors to specialty and subcontractors. We act as an extension of our clients’ safety teams by providing top-tier site safety oversight, documentation, inspections, and compliance support. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
