Safety Inspector

The Safety Inspector is responsible for overseeing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Safety Program to ensure compliance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety standards. This role plays a critical part in promoting a safe work environment, preventing accidents and incidents, and ensuring operational excellence. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Developing and implementing a Safety Program that complies with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

Conducting regular safety inspections and monitoring to assess compliance with safety standards, operational protocols, and site-specific safety requirements.

Preparing and maintaining detailed Safety Inspection and Monitoring Reports to document observations, findings, and corrective actions.

Investigating incidents, preparing accurate and detailed incident reports, and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Reviewing, modifying, adding, or deleting safety records for an asset as required to ensure accurate documentation and compliance.

Conducting risk assessments, identifying hazards, and implementing risk mitigation strategies to protect personnel and property.

Monitoring work sites to ensure all safety measures and equipment are in use and functioning correctly.

Providing guidance, training, and support to site personnel to promote safety awareness and adherence to safety procedures.

Ensuring all safety-related documentation and records are maintained accurately and timely in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Coordinating with leadership, supervisors, and contractors to ensure safety goals align with operational objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Proven experience in safety inspection, program implementation, or a related role, preferably in a government or military environment.

Familiarity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and other applicable safety standards.

Ability to prepare and maintain comprehensive safety reports, incident records, and asset safety documentation.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk assessments, and corrective action development.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail in all safety documentation.

Proficiency with basic computer applications and safety-related record-keeping software.

Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.

Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance requirements for the duration of deployment.

Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline.

Certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

Prior experience working in austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environments with multi-national workforces.

Strong training and presentation skills, with experience in conducting safety awareness initiatives.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

The Safety Inspector is responsible for overseeing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive Safety Program to ensure compliance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety standards. This role plays a critical part in promoting a safe work environment, preventing accidents and incidents, and ensuring operational excellence. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Developing and implementing a Safety Program that complies with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual.

Conducting regular safety inspections and monitoring to assess compliance with safety standards, operational protocols, and site-specific safety requirements.

Preparing and maintaining detailed Safety Inspection and Monitoring Reports to document observations, findings, and corrective actions.

Investigating incidents, preparing accurate and detailed incident reports, and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Reviewing, modifying, adding, or deleting safety records for an asset as required to ensure accurate documentation and compliance.

Conducting risk assessments, identifying hazards, and implementing risk mitigation strategies to protect personnel and property.

Monitoring work sites to ensure all safety measures and equipment are in use and functioning correctly.

Providing guidance, training, and support to site personnel to promote safety awareness and adherence to safety procedures.

Ensuring all safety-related documentation and records are maintained accurately and timely in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Coordinating with leadership, supervisors, and contractors to ensure safety goals align with operational objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Proven experience in safety inspection, program implementation, or a related role, preferably in a government or military environment.

Familiarity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and other applicable safety standards.

Ability to prepare and maintain comprehensive safety reports, incident records, and asset safety documentation.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk assessments, and corrective action development.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail in all safety documentation.

Proficiency with basic computer applications and safety-related record-keeping software.

Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.

Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance requirements for the duration of deployment.

Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline.

Certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

Prior experience working in austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environments with multi-national workforces.

Strong training and presentation skills, with experience in conducting safety awareness initiatives.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

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