WHS Specialist, Workplace Health & Safety

Amazon Fulfillment is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist to serve as a designated representative for their assigned fulfillment center (FC), coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Program and local regulations as directed by the leadership. The WHS Specialist promotes a positive culture while complying with Amazon standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits.

Key job responsibilities

• Identify and inform management of compliance issues, risks, and improvement opportunities through the conduct of daily, weekly, and monthly audits.
• Facilitate incident investigation process.
• Maintain required paperwork to comply with Amazon and regulations.
• Enter Incident Information in internal database in a timely manner.
• Perform observations and audits.
• Train and assist others (Area Managers, team members, etc.) to complete their responsibilities (Audits, Follow Rules, etc.).
• Perform specific training as required by the Manager.
• May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other related activities depending on the business unit and location.
• Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions to completion.
• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems.
• Support management efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations and applicable federal and state laws.
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions.
• Responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics.
• Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree;
• Experience with workplace health & safety (WHS);
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910;
• Experience using Microsoft Word in a professional capacity;
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security or personnel issues in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in emergency response;
• Experience in worker’s compensation case management.

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Company – Amazon Servicos de Varejo do Brasil Ltda.

Job ID: A2982444