Openings in: ON, AB, BC
Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! At Amazon, we’ve
set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all
industries in which we operate. As an entry-level Workplace Health & Safety
Specialist (WHSS), you will be provided extensive safety training and develop
into an exceptional safety leader.
You'll be at the forefront of transforming workplace safety culture at one of
the world's most innovative companies. Your expertise and dedication will
directly protect employees, ensuring they return home safely to their families
every day. You'll facilitate new approaches to safety, combining technology with
human-centered solutions to create an environment where safety and productivity
thrive together. This isn't just about maintaining safety standards – it's about
revolutionizing how we think about and implement workplace safety, making a
lasting impact on our people and operations. As your building's designated
safety champion, you'll have the unique opportunity to build relationships,
influence positive change, and help write the next chapter in Amazon's
commitment to becoming Earth's Safest Place to Work.
Core Impact Areas:
Safety Program Excellence & Implementation - 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.
Associate Advocacy & Cultural Leadership
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.
Additional Job Elements include:
- 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.
Locations and Placement:
- This role will start between January 2026 and September 2026.
- This position is not a corporate, remote, or office-based role. This is a
full-time position located in a fulfillment center, sort center, delivery
station, or other building within the Amazon Fulfillment Network.
PLEASE NOTE: This posting encompasses all openings in the state(s) listed in
title. Site placement is determined by aligning your location preferences with
location availability after your interview. Relocation benefits are offered at
time of offer to eligible candidates.
SPONSORSHIP: Please note we are not able to provide sponsorship now or in the
future for these positions. Eligible candidates must have work authorization
without employer intervention to be considered.
Key job 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 local 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. Basic Qualifications: - A bachelor’s or master’s degree with all
requirements completed between May 2024 and August 2026. (You must have all
degree requirements met before your first day.)
Preferred Qualifications: - Working towards a degree in Health Science, Safety
Engineering, Health & Safety, Safety Management, Business Administration, or
related field
- Interest in or previous experience in safety related employment
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability
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
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations
[https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations] for more
information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please
contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary for this position ranges from $59,000/year up to $84,000/year.
Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related
knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company.
Dependent on the position offered, 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.
Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
