Site Safety

Site Safety & Health Officer (OCN) – EAB Power Plant O&M

Seeking a full-time Site Safety and Health Officer (OCN) in support of Operation and Maintenance of 3MW Power Plant and Distribution project in Erbil Airbase (EAB), Iraq. Join our team and grow with us as we provide best in-class services that help clients solve their most complex challenges. 

Your Impact 

• Reports to Power Plant Manager or the Electrical Distribution Manager.
• Oversees power production and distribution operations, ensuring electrical efficiency, safety, and proper documentation.
• Attends meetings and provides status reports to leadership on power systems.
• Performs and assists with inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of generator sets, control systems, and supporting equipment.
• Ensures maintenance and repairs of electrical, mechanical, and auxiliary systems in power generation facilities (3MW+), including MV switchgear and SCADA/PLC controls per applicable standards.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies (OSHA/NFPA), conducts hazard training, and oversees employee conduct.
• Coordinates environmental testing, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains technical records and library
• Responsible for communications, risk management, and departmental meetings.
• Responds to emergencies, diagnoses issues, and ensures timely corrective actions.
• Submits required documentation and attends safety meetings as per company policy.
• Completes EHS training and achieves competency designations as required.
• Operates within guidelines provided by all relevant authorities.
• Conducts internal audits for safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Enforces training, safety standards, policies, and work ethics.
• Assists in plant operations, genset synchronization, and electrical distribution maintenance as needed.
• Supports procurement activities and parts acquisition.
• Attends OEM-specific equipment training as necessary.
• Ensures quality and safety of work and compliance from less experienced staff.
• Duties involve outdoor work in tropical conditions; ability to work overhead for extended periods is required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications 

• Must have computer skills and be able to operate a variety of computer programs.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently
• Must maintain a valid driver's license from their home country with validity for 12 months from on-site employment date
• Must maintain a valid passport from their home country with validity for 12 months from on-site employment date.  Passport must have a minimum of 6 blank pages prior to OCONUS mobilization. 
• Must satisfy medical requirements for USACE prior to OCONUS mobilization. 
• Must be CAC eligible and able to gain and maintain authorized entry onto US military installations.

Additional Required Qualifications 

• Must meet the minimum requirement of a USACE Level 1 Site Safety Health Officer
  • OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction safety training
  • 24-hours of documented formal classroom or online Safety Occupational Health within the past three years
  • 5-years of cumulative safety experience, within the last ten years, managing or implementing a SOH program on projects similar in industry type, size and complexity (i.e., powerplants of at least 3 MW with electrical distribution networks)
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with US Army Corps of Engineers EM Safety and Health Requirements
• Experienced collaborating with technical staff and mentoring teams of 15+ personnel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with managers, subcontractors, military representatives, and officials.
• Current training and knowledge of industrial safety, OSHA and NFPA70E compliance, PPE, and lockout/tagout for all system types.
• Certified in First Aid & CPR; able to conduct electrical rescue.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety practices, and skills for installation and maintenance of generator systems.
• Must submit training certificates in Fundamentals of Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E) completed within the past year.
• Familiar with one or more of the following:  inspecting, testing, and repairing components such as generators, transformers, transfer switches, switchgear, PLC controls, electrical distribution systems and fuel systems.
• Able to follow troubleshooting steps and provide detailed feedback.
• Capable of following specific instructions and established procedures from supervisors.
• Competent in resolving issues per instructions and protocols for power production/distribution.
• Experienced in prime power O&M services.
• Experienced/expert with Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Experience in international environments, working with expatriates or US military.
• Proficient in reading and applying information from technical manuals and documentation.
• Ability to take corrective action based on data and equipment checks.
• Understanding of startup, shutdown, and maintenance procedures for power generation equipment.
• Skilled in use of hand/power tools, shop equipment, and measuring devices.
• Physically capable of lifting, climbing, crawling, and outdoor work within safety limits.
• Knowledgeable in proper PPE use.
• Oral and written skills sufficient for reporting and evaluations.
• Willing to provide certificates and attend further training.

Role Characteristics

• Great interpersonal skills. 
• Customer service oriented. 
• Team player. 
• Ability to multi-task. 

Who We Are:

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With nearly 2,000 team members around the world, and a rich legacy spanning more than 70 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.

EEO Commitment 

Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Versar Global Solutions expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Versar Global Solutions employees to perform their job duties is not tolerated.

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