Workplace Health and Safety Specialist

About the Role

• Workplace Health and Safety Specialist, Early Career – (2027) – West
• This is a full-time position located in a fulfillment center, sort center, delivery station, or other building within the Amazon Fulfillment Network.
• This role will start between January 2027 and September 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating and implementing all aspects of Amazon’s Global Safety Program.
• Identifying and informing management of compliance issues, safety risks, and improvement opportunities through conducting daily, weekly, and monthly audits.
• Facilitating incident investigations processes.
• Maintaining required paperwork to comply with Amazon and OSHA regulations.
• Conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis).
• Recording safety incident information in internal databases in a timely manner.
• Innovating on process improvements and managing actions to completion.
• Training and assisting team members (Area Managers, Associates, Safety Team Members, etc.) to complete safety tasks (audits, following safety rules, etc.).
• Performing specific safety training as required by the Safety Manager.
• Providing additional oversight for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, and other safety related activities.
• Recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics.
• 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.

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Stand/walk for up to 10-12 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).
• Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights, holidays and/or weekends.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Amazon’s Global Safety Program
• OSHA regulations
• Job Hazard Analysis
• Internal databases
• Ergonomics

Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a bachelor’s or master’s degree. (You must have all degree requirements met before your first day.)
• Can show strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Degree in a health and safety-related subject.
• Interest in, or previous experience in safety related employment.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability.
• Must have work authorization without employer intervention.

Locations

• Openings in the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WY
• Site placement is based on aligning your location preferences with location availability after your interview.
• Relocation benefits are offered at time of offer to eligible candidates.

Sponsorship

• Cannot provide sponsorship now or in the future for these positions.