Job Details

Overview

Join Amazons mission to become Earths safest place to work. As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you will help transform workplace safety culture and protect employees, ensuring they return home safely every day. Youll combine technology with human-centered solutions to create an environment where safety and productivity thrive together.

This role represents an opportunity to build relationships, influence positive change, and contribute to Amazons commitment to safety across operations.

Core Impact Areas

• Safety Program Excellence & Implementation - 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.
• Associate Advocacy & Cultural Leadership - Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing. Build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization. Foster a culture where safety is everyones 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 environments with varying noise levels
• Work in environments 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

Shifts

Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Minimum of 1 year in an environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR a bachelors degree in an EHS-relevant background OR 6 months of safety-related experience within Amazon
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personal issues in the workplace
• Bachelors 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 analyses
• Experience in emergency response and current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Experience in workers compensation case management

EEO & Accommodations

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. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit the accommodations page at for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Compensation & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $50,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $76,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on factors including market location and may vary with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.