WHS Specialist

CNSC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Canada is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist for their Barrhaven location to oversee workplace health and safety initiatives. The role focuses on conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and promoting a culture of safety. Candidates should have workplace health and safety experience and knowledge of OHS laws. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Equity awards

Full range of medical benefits

Financial benefits

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in workplace health & safety.
• Knowledge of OHS Provincial Laws in Canada.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
• Maintain compliance with corporate program expectations.
• Report daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to management.

Skills

Workplace health & safety experience

Knowledge of Canadian OHS Provincial Laws

Confidentiality

Emergency response management

Training and coaching skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to proactively manage their health and wellbeing. To support this focus area, Amazon is seeking a full-time WHS Specialist to serve as a designated representative for their assigned building.

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The WHSS promotes a positive culture while complying with Amazon standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits, and coordinating all areas of the Amazon Global WHS Program.

About the role: WHS Specialist

You will maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management and corporate reporting systems. You’ll support management’s efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations and applicable federal & provincial laws.

The WHSS conducts risk assessments (Job Hazard Analyses) for jobs and new equipment, and recommends risk mitigation measures—including ergonomics. You must be available for flexible shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

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Benefits and Salary

Amazon offers a comprehensive total compensation package, including a competitive salary, equity awards, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits designed to support your health, safety, and professional growth.

Location: Barrhaven, ON

Requirements / Skills

• 1+ years of workplace health & safety related field experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience using Microsoft Word professionally
• Knowledge of Canadian OHS Provincial Laws
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in security or personnel matters
• Experience in emergency response and worker’s compensation management (preferred)

How to Apply

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Highlight your WHS expertise: Showcase your experience conducting Job Hazard Analyses and implementing risk mitigation, including ergonomic solutions.

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Showcase communication skills: Detail your experience training and coaching associates to promote a culture of safety and wellbeing.

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