Site Safety Health Officer - Philippines

 We seek a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) responsible for ensuring on-site compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations. The SSHO will implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), and safety protocols as per UFC, USACE/NAVFAC, EM 385-1-1, and OSHA standards. This role is critical in accident prevention, risk mitigation, and fostering a safe work environment for all personnel.

Project Details:  This is a design-build (DB) project to provide complete design and construction of a new UFC-compliant single-story 15m x 34m Command and Control Facility/Interagency Fusion Centre (C2 Fusion Centre). This facility will include a lighting system, air-conditioning units, ceiling fans, overhead audio/visual connections and accessories, electrical/LAN line/phone wall outlets, windows, doors, fire safety features, latrines, septic system, connection to shore power source with exterior electrical connection station and transfer switches,

Job Code: PHP-003-SH- 014

What's in it for you:   Health insurance, a Great Rotation Schedule with Paid time off, an Attractive Salary, and an annual performance bonus.

What we are looking for: 

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Minimum 5-10 years of experience as an SSHO/Safety Manager on government, military, or large-scale construction projects.

Certified Safety Officer (SO2/SO3), OSHA 30, or equivalent safety certifications.

Extensive knowledge of EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and UFC safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

·            Develop, implement, and enforce the project’s Accident Prevention Plan (APP).

·            Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, UFC safety standards, and local safety regulations.

·            Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for all critical tasks.

·            Conduct daily site safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance.

·            Implement corrective actions for identified hazards and safety violations.

·            Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce safety rules.

·            Organize and lead daily/weekly toolbox talks on safety topics.

·            Provide safety orientation and training for all new workers, subcontractors, and visitors.

·            Train workers in emergency response procedures, fire prevention, and first aid.

·            Investigate and document all incidents, near misses, and accidents.

·            Prepare and submit Incident Reports and Root Cause Analyses (RCA).

·            Recommend and implement corrective and preventive measures.

·            Develop and implement Emergency Response Plans (ERP).

·            Conduct fire drills, evacuation drills, and emergency response exercises.

·            Ensure all emergency equipment. Serves as the primary safety liaison between the project team, client, and regulatory agencies.

·            Attend safety meetings with management and report on compliance status.

·            Work closely with QC and Construction managers to align safety with quality and productivity.

·            Monitor environmental compliance (hazardous material handling, waste disposal, air quality, noise levels, etc.).

·            Ensure compliance with Occupational Health Standards, including noise exposure, ergonomics, and proper ventilation.

·            Maintain and submit Daily Safety Reports (DSR), safety checklists, and inspection logs.

·            Ensure documentation of all safety permits, certifications, and training records.

·            Submit Monthly Safety Performance Reports to management.