Safety & Health Manager - DLA DDNV

Nemean Solutions, headquartered in Sierra Vista, AZ, is a certified SBA 8(a) Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) and veteran-operated company providing advanced Military Intelligence, Enterprise and Cloud IT services, Cybersecurity, Special Operations Forces (SOF) Exercise and Training, and niche Program Support and Professional Services to Federal and State Agencies supporting the US Government Defense, Intelligence and Aerospace sectors.

Job Overview:

The Safety & Health Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the project Accident Prevention Plan in accordance with contract requirements, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and company policies. The Safety & Health Manager serves as the primary authority for all site safety matters and works closely with project management, quality control personnel, subcontractors, and government representatives to ensure a safe work environment and contract compliance.

Support Hours: Applicant shall be available during core work hours as established the Government customer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Safety Program Management

• Maintain and enforce policies outlined in Accident Prevention Plan (APP)
• Prepare, update, and administer the APP in accordance with contract requirements and USACE EM 385-1-1.
• Ensure the APP is submitted within required contractual timeframes and maintained throughout project performance.
• Conduct periodic reviews and updates of safety plans, procedures, and risk mitigation measures.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, federal safety standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Monitor project activities to verify adherence to approved safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Manage project hazardous materials and hazardous waste.

Inspections and Hazard Prevention

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to identify hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Document findings and coordinate corrective actions with project management and subcontractors.
• Verify that corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
• Stop work when imminent danger conditions or serious safety violations are identified.

Training and Communication

• Conduct safety orientations for employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Provide ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness programs.
• Promote a positive safety culture and encourage proactive hazard reporting.
• Participate in project meetings and provide safety performance updates.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
• Prepare required reports and documentation, including ENG Form 3394 and other contract-required reporting forms.
• Coordinate incident response activities and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Maintain incident records and trend analysis data.

Documentation and Recordkeeping

• Maintain project safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, certifications, and incident files.
• Ensure all safety documentation is readily available for Government review upon request.
• Prepare and submit required safety reports to project management and contracting officials.

Coordination and Oversight

• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Superintendent, CQC staff, and subcontractors to integrate safety into all project activities.
• Review subcontractor safety plans and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Support project planning efforts by identifying and mitigating safety risks before work begins.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.