WHS Specialist

Amazon.com; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RRSP

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Paid time off

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS) to lead safety programs, incidents, and training across our facilities in Canada. As the building's safety champion, you will influence safety culture, partner with leadership, and implement data-driven strategies to protect associates.

The role requires familiarity with OSHA regulations and experience in EHS. You will work in a fast-paced environment with variable shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, at sites in Barrhaven,

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910).
• At least 1 year in an EHS-related field or a Bachelor’s degree in an EHS-related background or 6 months at Amazon in a safety role.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security or personnel issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and risk assessments; implement safety improvements.
• Deliver engaging safety training to associates and foster a proactive safety culture.
• Serve as trusted safety advisor to associates and leadership, driving behavioral change.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in EHS-related field

Tools

OSHA regulations knowledge (29 CFR 1910)

Job description

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 a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), 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 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 and/or weekends.

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 for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Basic Qualifications

• - High school or equivalent
• - Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
• - 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
• - Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• - Experience maintaining confidentiality in matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• - Experience in worker's compensation case management
• - 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

Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.

CAN, ON, Barrhaven - 29.37 - 40.38 CAD hourly