Site Safety & Health Officer

Job Description

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Hydro is hiring for:

Site Safety & Health Officer

Ludington, MI

Reasons you'll love working here:

• Safety Without Compromise

Voith Hydro is committed to an injury-free and environmentally responsible workplace, with safety as a foundational value across all field and manufacturing operations.

• Strong HSE Governance & Support

HSE performance is driven by structured systems, leadership oversight, and continuous improvement programs, ensuring accountability at every level.

• Hands-On Field Leadership Role

This position provides direct involvement in construction, commissioning, and outage (OTO) activities, supporting complex, high-impact energy infrastructure projects.

• Collaborative Project Environment

Work closely with project managers, supervisors, clients, and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of site activities.

• Exposure to Comprehensive HSE Programs

Support industry-leading HSE programs including risk assessment, emergency response, environmental protection, and behavior-based safety initiatives.

Summary:

The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for site-level supervision and enforcement of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements for construction and commissioning activities.

This role ensures that all site operations comply with OSHA regulations, client requirements, environmental standards, and Voith Hydro's HSE Management System, while actively engaging the workforce to promote a strong safety culture. The SSHO serves as the primary on-site HSE resource, providing real-time oversight, guidance, and support to ensure safe and compliant execution of all work activities.

Responsibilities:

Site HSE Supervision & Compliance

• Serve as the primary on-site HSE representative responsible for daily safety oversight and compliance enforcement.
• Ensure adherence to:
• OSHA construction standards
• Client-specific HSE requirements
• Voith HSE policies and procedures
• Monitor and enforce safe work practices across all site activities.

Site-Specific HSE Planning & Execution

• Support development and implementation of:
• Site Safety Management Plans (SSMPs)
• Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• Environmental protection plans
• Emergency response plans
• Ensure all phases of work are supported by appropriate HSE planning:
• Mobilization and setup
• Active construction and installation
• Commissioning and testing
• Demobilization

Risk Assessment & High-Risk Activity Oversight

• Conduct routine hazard assessments, field inspections, and safety observations.
• Provide direct oversight of high-risk activities, including:
• Lifting and rigging operations
• Electrical work and commissioning
• Confined space entry
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Take immediate action to correct unsafe behaviors or conditions.

Environmental Compliance & Site Protection

• Ensure environmental compliance at the site level, including:
• Spill prevention and response
• Waste handling, storage, and disposal
• Protection of surrounding land and water resources
• Support implementation of environmental controls aligned with regulatory requirements and internal waste management practices.

Incident Management & Reporting

• Lead initial response and reporting for incidents, including:
• Injury, near miss, and environmental events
• Support incident investigations, including:
• Fact finding
• Root cause analysis
• Corrective action development
• Ensure timely reporting and follow-up on corrective actions.

Training, Communication & Workforce Engagement

• Conduct or support:
• Site orientations
• Daily/weekly toolbox talks
• Safety meetings and briefings
• Promote core HSE behaviors and programs, including:
• Stop Work Authority
• Behavior-based safety
• Reinforce safety expectations with employees and contractors.

Audit & Inspection Support

• Support internal and external HSE audits by:
• Maintaining site records and documentation
• Demonstrating compliance with regulatory and company standards
• Assist with regulatory inspections and client reviews.

Coordination & Reporting

• Maintain accurate HSE documentation, including:
• Inspection reports
• Incident reports
• Training records
• Provide regular updates to the HSE Manager - Construction & Commissioning regarding site performance, risks, and required actions.

Requirements:

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
• Preferred certifications:
• OSHA 500
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum 3-7 years of HSE experience in:
• Construction, Energy Sector, Industrial or Commissioning environments
• Experience serving in a site-based HSE role (SSHO or equivalent) preferred

Technical Knowledge

• Strong working knowledge of:
• OSHA construction standards
• Site-specific HSE planning (SSMPs, JSAs)
• Working understanding of:
• Environmental compliance at construction sites (waste, spill control, protection measures)
• Familiarity with:
• High-risk field operations (rigging, electrical, confined space, LOTO)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong field presence and ability to engage with frontline workforce
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to enforce compliance and influence safe behaviors
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
• Proactive, hands-on problem-solving approach

Don't meet every single requirement but think you would be a good fit for our team? We encourage you to apply - your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.

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