Site Safety and Health Officer – Japan – Fuels

Location: Kadena Tank 150 Project Site, Japan (OCONUS) Project Schedule: Anticipated field start: January/February 2027 Period of Performance (POP): Through July 2027 ECC is looking for a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) – Fuels for the Kadena Tank 150 project in Japan. This position is dual-hatted with the Site Superintendent role and is responsible for implementing and overseeing the project's safety program to ensure compliance with contract requirements, OSHA regulations, EM 385-1-1 requirements, company policies, and industry best practices.

The SSHO will work closely with project management, subcontractors, and client representatives to promote a safe and compliant work environment throughout all phases of construction. In this position you will: Implement and maintain the project Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) Monitor daily construction activities to ensure compliance with project safety requirements Conduct routine safety inspections and document findings Identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked to completion Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and project safety briefings Coordinate with project management and subcontractors to promote a safe work environment Maintain required safety documentation, reports, logs, and records Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety observations and document findings Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and EM 385-1-1 standards Coordinate project safety activities with field personnel and client representatives Recommend and implement measures to improve project safety performance Stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are identified and coordinate corrective actions with project leadership Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project objectives Requirements: This position is dual-hatted with the Site Superintendent role Site Superintendent must cover SSHO duties Minimum one (1) year of full-time onsite SSHO experience or designated alternate SSHO experience Experience as an onsite SSHO or designated alternate SSHO Dual-hatted SSHO experience is acceptable OSHA course must have been completed within five (5) years of contract award Knowledge of construction safety requirements and hazard recognition Ability to communicate effectively with project staff, subcontractors, and client representatives Strong organizational, leadership, and documentation skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic project management systems Must possess a valid passport or be able to obtain one prior to deployment Must be eligible to obtain and maintain SOFA (Status of Forces Agreement) status for work in Japan Ability and willingness to work OCONUS in Japan Education: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Construction Management or related field required.

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement. Required Certifications: Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course certification Must be familiar with EM 385-1-1 requirements Required certifications and qualifications must remain current throughout the POP Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience on Department of Defense construction projects Experience supporting fuels-related construction projects Experience implementing EM 385-1-1 requirements on active construction sites Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations Familiarity with USACE and NAVFAC safety requirements Experience working on OCONUS construction projects ECC targeted base salary range is $125,000 to $130,000 annually.

Actual salary offered may be affected by education, training, certifications, experience, skills, level of responsibility, and location.

Benefits

Offered – Full-Time Positions – US Employees Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay 401(k) with Deferral Matching, ESOP, Student Debt Reduction Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Educational Assistance, Mentorship Program, ECC University Employee Referral Bonus Program Company-Matching Charitable Giving Program