Safety Officer

Job Description

The Site Safety Officer (SSO) is responsible for ensuring full compliance with Boeing safety standards, site-specific safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines across all IPG on-site activities in the United States. This role acts as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all safety-related matters and provides governance, oversight, and guidance to IPG field engineers operating under the Boeing program.

Reporting Line

Reports to: IPG Operations Management

Acts as: U.S. Safety SPOC for Boeing Engagements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safety Governance & Compliance

• Serve as the primary safety authority and SPOC for all IPG field engineers supporting Boeing sites in the U.S.
• Ensure compliance with Boeing EHS policies, site-specific safety rules, and local/state/federal regulations (OSHA).
• Interpret Boeing safety requirements and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for field engineers.

2. Field Engineer Safety Oversight

• Conduct pre-site safety briefings and ensure engineers are aware of site hazards, PPE requirements, and local protocols.
• Verify that engineers are properly trained, certified, and authorised before accessing Boeing sites.
• Ensure adherence to LOTO procedures, electrical safety, ladder safety, working-at-height protocols, and equipment handling standards.

3. Incident Management & Reporting

• Act as the first point of escalation for any safety incidents, near misses, or non-compliance events.
• Lead initial incident assessments, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure timely reporting to IPG management and IPG Customers.
• Maintain incident logs, safety records, and compliance documentation.

4. Safety Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Perform routine safety audits and spot checks across active sites and deployments.
• Identify gaps, risks, and improvement areas; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Continuously refine safety processes based on lessons learned and Boeing feedback.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage directly with Boeing safety representatives and site stakeholders as required.
• Participate in safety reviews, planning calls, and compliance discussions.
• Represent IPG in safety-related meetings, demonstrating ownership and accountability.

6. Training & Awareness

• Ensure field engineers complete all mandatory Boeing safety training and refreshers.
• Deliver or coordinate toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness sessions.
• Maintain a safety-first culture across IPG’s U.S. field operations.

Required Qualifications:

Mandatory

• 5+ years of experience in site safety, EHS, or field operations safety
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and site safety best practices
• Experience supporting large enterprises, aviation, manufacturing, or regulated environments
• Ability to act independently as a trusted safety authority
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Prior experience working with Boeing or similar Tier-1 enterprise customers
• Safety certifications such as:
• OSHA 30 (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH / CSP / CHST (or equivalent)
• Background in IT infrastructure, data centre, network, or industrial site environments

Key Competencies

• Safety leadership and ownership mindset
• Strong attention to detail and risk assessment
• Ability to influence field engineers without direct authority
• Calm, structured response in incident situations
• Customer-facing professionalism

Why This Role Is Critical

• Acts as the foundation of safe, scalable delivery for Boeing in 2026
• Protects engineers, customer assets, and IPG’s reputation
• Enables cost optimisation by reducing incidents, delays, and escalations
• Demonstrates IPG’s maturity as a true delivery partner, not just a vendor