Job ID: 2736726 | Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd
Amazon Logistics (AMZL) is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated safety professional for the assigned AMZL sites, coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Safety Program as directed by the safety leadership. The WHSS promotes a positive safety culture while complying with Amazon safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits.
The WHSS is required to maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems. The WHSS supports management's efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate Safety Program expectations and applicable federal & state laws. The WHSS also conducts risk assessments related to jobs performed and new equipment introductions. In addition, the WHSS is responsible for recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics. Candidates must be willing to travel to different AMZL sites nationally.
Key job responsibilities
Identify and inform management of compliance issues, safety risks, and improvement opportunities through the conduct of daily, weekly, and monthly audits
Facilitate incident investigation process
Maintain required paperwork to comply with Amazon and local regulations
Enter Safety Incident Information in internal database in a timely manner
Perform safety observations & audits
Train and assist others (Area Managers, safety team members, etc.) to complete their safety responsibilities (Audits, Follow Safety Rules, Inspections etc.)
Perform specific safety training as required by the WHS Manager
May have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other safety related activities depending on the business unit and location
Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions to completion
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Ability to communicate health and safety needs to all levels of the organization
Calm demeanor in emergency situations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Experience using Microsoft Word in a professional capacity
Certificate IV in WHS or a related field of study.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in emergency response
Experience in worker's compensation case management
1+ years of workplace health & safety (WHS) related field experience
Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security or personnel issues in the workplace
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
Acknowledgement of country: In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement: Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.
Posted: May 29, 2024 (Updated 10 days ago)
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