Safety & Health Officer (L2 Ssho)/quality Control

**Job Title**: Safety & Health Officer (L2 SSHO)/Quality Control Manager, Aviano Air Base, Aviano, Italy

**Job Summary**

This position is dual-hatted to include safety and health as well as quality control. As the SSHO you will facilitate compliance with occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) guidelines, provide advice on measures to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations and be on a constant lookout for safety violations. As Quality Control Manager you will be responsible for overseeing job site quality control and environmental program development and implementation. The position includes reviewing quality inspection reports; analyzing incidents and accidents; developing site specific training programs; and modifying Quality Control Plans to reflect current procedures and requirements. The QCM will ensure full compliance with Joint Commission and OSHA 29 CFR 1910 procedures.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities: SSHO**
- Develop, review, submit and ensure that the Site-Specific Health and Safety Program is fully implemented.
- Conduct weekly safety meetings with all employees to convey safety information and answer employee questions.
- In conjunction with site managers and supervisors, conduct quarterly facility assessments of buildings utilized by employees to identify and eliminate safety hazards and check for the proper use of PPE.
- Assist in preparation of pre-task planning for the tasks associated with the job duties of our employees to identify and correct work place hazards in a timely manner.
- Attend monthly Safety Committee meetings, as applicable, with representatives from each site to review accident/incident reports, trends in safety, conduct facility safety audits and inspections, discuss new safety and environmental issues, and make recommendations to the Project and Site Managers.
- Report all job-related accidents, injuries, or illnesses in accordance with OSHA, contracting and government requirements. Maintain copies of accident/incident reports and investigations and documentation of employee safety training.
- Ensure the proper use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labeling, storage, location of the written program and employee training.
- Ensure emergency plans and procedures are up-to-date, posted and communicated to all employees.
- Ensure all employees are furnished, trained in the proper use of PPE required for their jobs.
- Ensure new hires receive all required PPE and that safety rules are discussed.
- Ensure all subcontractors follow safety rules and regulations and are using proper tools and wearing proper PPE.
- Develop, review, submit, maintain and enforce activity hazard analysis (AHA) for all applicable projects and tasks
- All other duties, as assigned.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Quality Control Manager**
- Instill organizational adherence to Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety Program, and compliance with local, federal, state regulations.
- Oversee the Quality Control Plan and review site performance in meeting performance, cost, and schedule goals.
- Direct, supervise and evaluate the work of safety auditors, inspectors or other personnel engaged in the delivery of QEHS programs.
- Provide guidance and support to the Management team regarding quality improvements efforts.
- Perform quality control audits and inspections frequently to identify deficiencies; ensure prompt and appropriate corrective action.
- Develop and implement site specific quality control plan; responsible for Schedule and coordinating employee training.
- Prepare reports for review by Management and as required by contracting and other regulatory agencies.
- Keep abreast of developments in quality control practices and legislation, acting upon changes accordingly.
- Prepare and present reports of findings, recommendations, and actions to Project Manager and Operational Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements**
- OSHA 30-hour training certificate or training card.
- SSHO has maintained competencies through 8-hours of formal safety and health related training per year for a minimum of the last 5 years.
- Five (5) years of continuous safety experience in supervising or managing general industry/construction/O&M, including managing safety programs or processes or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls.
- Minimum 2 years’ QCM experience in a healthcare bedded environment.
- Experience in participating in 2 TJC surveys is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written, oral communication skills and leadership skills.
- Ability to develop and implement policies, programs, plans and processes.

**Work Environment**
- Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility.
- Physical demands include intermittent sitting, standing, and walking, and occasional bending reaching and lifting.
- Limited exposure to elements such