Site Safety Officer

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Ryde Technologies, LLC

Site Safety Officer

Norfolk, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    SUMMARY

    We are currently seeking a qualified Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) for the East Coast Security Operations team. The SSHO is a dynamic job that requires physical, mental, and cognitive abilities. The SSHO will need to ensure that all contracts are in compliance with contract requirements. This position will require travel to various locations, to include, but not limited to the following states: Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, North Carolina, Washington, DC, New York, and New Jersey. Overnight travel will be required for certain locations.

    Responsibilities

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Oversee and enforce safety protocols to ensure a secure and hazard-free environment at the designated site.
    • Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards to ensure compliance with established standards, regulations, and contract requirements, forwarding all reports to the Senior Site Safety Health Officer for review and dissemination.
    • Review safety procedures and processes with onsite security team members (i.e., Activity Hazard Analysis).
    • Monitor and enforce compliance with safety policies and procedures, addressing any deviations promptly.
    • Assist with writing/reviewing/submitting safety documents for Government review and approval.
    • Ensure that assigned security sites comply with contract, local, state, and federal guidelines, and regulations (i.e., OSHA, EM385 1-1, NFPA, ATSSA, ANSI).
    • Coordinate emergency response drills and provide training to security staff on safety protocols.
    • Investigate incidents, accidents, or near misses, and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
    • Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and corrective actions taken.
    • Provide reports as required to the Senior Site Safety Health Officer; notifying the Senior Site Safety Health Officer promptly of any/all serious concerns noted, or performance concerns.
    • Liaise with external safety regulatory agencies and ensure adherence to local safety regulations.
    • Keep abreast of industry safety standards and best practices, implementing updates as necessary.
    • Provide safety briefings and orientations to new security personnel and visitors.

    Qualifications

    QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

    Required Qualifications

    • Associate degree from an accredited university and 5 years of continuous occupational safety related experience or 10 years of continuous occupational safety related experience (i.e., safety programs, processes, or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls) in lieu of associate degree.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain OSHA 30 DOL Card (General Industry) (must be obtained within six months of hire).
    • Current CPR/1st Aid/AED certifications.
    • United States citizen OR Lawful Resident who is has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence or employment as evidenced by Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services documentation.
    • Possession of a valid driver’s license for state resided in.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite programs.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Knowledge of safety regulations, codes, and standards.

    Preferred

    • Proven experience in safety management in a security or high-risk environment
    • Certification in occupational health and safety.
    • Emergency response training and experience.
    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Risk Management, Occupational Safety, or related field.

    EEO Compliance:

    Ryde Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ryde Technologies will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.