EHS Specialist

About the role

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you’ll be at the forefront of transforming workplace safety culture at one of the world's most innovative companies.

Core Impact Areas

• Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies.
• Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments while implementing innovative solutions to prevent injuries.
• Deliver engaging safety training that resonates with associates and promotes a proactive safety culture.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building strong partnerships across all levels of the organization.
• Foster a culture where safety is everyone's priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
• Develop strong relationships with frontline associates and leadership to drive behavioral changes and ensure safety best practices become natural habits.
• Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives.

Additional Job Elements

• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts
• Work in an environment where the noise level varies
• Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments)
• Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)
• Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site
• Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends
• If you do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, must obtain within 3 weeks of start date

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR a bachelor’s degree in a safety-related field
• 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Amazon
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personal issues in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a safety-related field
• Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills
• Experience leading and managing a team
• Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses
• Experience in emergency response and currently holds First Aid and CPR certificates
• Experience in workers compensation case management

Company

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.