EHS Specialist

About This Role

Join Amazon's mission to achieve safety excellence by transforming workplace safety culture. Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments to prevent injuries, while building strong partnerships across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies
• Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments
• Implement 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
• 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
• Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background OR 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 personnel issues in the workplace
• Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Amazon

Nice to Have

• 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

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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