Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) at Stronghold Engineering

, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Assessment, OSHA Compliance, Hazard Identification, Hospital ICRA Policy, Crane Safety Regulations, Safety Auditing, Emergency Response Planning, Hazardous Materials Handling, MS Project, Technical Writing, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Reporting

Industry

Construction

Description

Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) About the Role Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe work environment for the Hospital Renovation Project in San Jose, Ca. You will collaborate closely with the Corporate Safety Officer and project managers to implement safety protocols that prioritize health, safety, and regulatory compliance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties are those that an individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation. Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies tailored to hospital renovation and demolition activities. Supervise safe handling, storage, and use of materials, especially hazardous substances unique to hospital environments. Maintain and improve first-aid, emergency response, and welfare facilities on site. Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and implement corrective safety measures. Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, corporate safety requirements, and other relevant safety regulations. Liaise with local authorities, conduct safety audits, and support remedial actions. Guarantee the workplace meets all health, safety, and welfare standards including ventilation, lighting, and sanitary facilities. Manage risks associated with electrical, radiation, noise, and manual handling specific to hospital demolition. Monitor safety practices, report on compliance, and recommend improvements. Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and regulatory agencies. Prepare safety reports and documentation as required by project and safety managers. Perform other safety-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education / Certificates / Licenses High School Diploma OSHA 30-hour construction safety class or equivalent within the last five (5) years. Experience **Minimum of 5 years of complete building demolition/dismantling. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to evaluate Superintendents and subcontractors on safety and health performance. Able to work in a productive manner independently and with others in a team environment. Ability to travel, if necessary Excellent computer skills and proficient knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project and tool tracking software programs. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in a written form. Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to computer rate, ratio and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manuals. Ability to inspect and maintain hospital ICRA policy. Full understanding of crane safety regulations. Working Conditions Depending upon the need of the position, work locations could be inside an office environment or directly on-site at a construction project location. Depending on the project, employee can be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and extreme heat. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Frequently required to stand and walk. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Climb ladders and scaffolds 6ft or greater Work at elevated height 6 feet or greater. Stronghold Engineering, Inc is equal employment opportunity employer and abides by all affirmative action requirements promulgated by any governmental authority, including without limitation, the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a); 60-741.5(a); the Civil Rights Action of 1964; and EO 10925, 11114, 11478 and EO 11246; the California Fair Employment Practices Act; the American with Disabilities Act of 1991; the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993; and any subsequent amendments to these requirements. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Responsibilities

Develop and monitor safety policies for hospital renovation and demolition projects to ensure regulatory compliance. Conduct risk assessments and supervise the safe handling of hazardous materials and site facilities.