WHS Officer

Who you are

You have a strong background in workplace health and safety, with a focus on compliance and risk management. Your experience includes partnering with operations teams to implement safety policies effectively, ensuring adherence to local and regional regulations. You are skilled in leveraging lean principles and kaizen methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce ergonomic and conditional risks in the workplace. Your ability to build trust and influence change is evident in your collaborative approach with operations leaders and team members.

You possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, allowing you to convey safety policies and procedures clearly and concisely. You are adept at conducting comprehensive risk assessments and analyzing safety data to identify areas for improvement. Your expertise in safety programs and ergonomic knowledge enables you to provide valuable insights and training to operations teams, ensuring that safety standards are integrated into daily operations.

You are a proactive leader, capable of guiding a team of safety specialists and coordinators. You understand the importance of developing leadership skills within your team and are committed to creating and executing development plans for your safety associates. Your focus on best practices and continuous improvement ensures that safety policies evolve to meet the needs of the organization and its associates.

Desirable

Experience in a fast-paced operational environment is a plus, as is familiarity with safety regulations specific to the logistics and warehousing industry. A background in training and mentoring safety teams will enhance your effectiveness in this role.

What you'll do

As a WHS Officer at Amazon, you will be responsible for executing safety policies and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations within the Sort Center. You will partner closely with the site operations team to identify and mitigate risks, leveraging your knowledge of lean principles to implement continuous improvement initiatives. Your role will involve conducting regular risk assessments and analyzing safety data to inform decision-making and drive safety improvements.

You will lead a team of safety specialists and coordinators, providing guidance and support as they implement safety standards across the site. Your ability to communicate effectively will be crucial as you instruct and train operations leaders on safety policies, ensuring that all team members understand their responsibilities in maintaining a safe work environment.

In addition to your operational responsibilities, you will be tasked with identifying best practices in safety management and incorporating these into the company's safety policies. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of safety within the organization, where associates feel empowered to prioritize their well-being and that of their colleagues.

What we offer

At Amazon, we value the contributions of our WHS Officers and provide a supportive environment for professional growth. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team dedicated to ensuring the safety and health of all associates. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for career advancement within the organization. Join us in our mission to create a safe and healthful working environment for everyone.