Safety Technician, UK ATS

Amazon; Rochester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Rochester is seeking a driven Health & Safety Technician to enhance safety culture at its Sortation Centre. The role involves risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and accident investigation, requiring expertise in health and safety practices and proficiency in data analysis. Candidates must have an NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH Certificate and intermediate English skills. Flexibility for non-traditional shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety.
• Intermediate English proficiency in written and verbal communications.
• Experience analyzing data to identify problems and root causes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and follow up on control measures.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures at the Sortation Centre.
• Investigate accidents and establish root causes.
• Prepare metrics reports to identify issues.

Skills

Health and Safety expertise

Microsoft Office skills

Data analysis

English proficiency (B2)

Education

Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

This is a permanent full-time role requiring flexibility to work Shifts. Year-on-year, as we continue to grow, we need to work as smart as we can, to keep all our team members safe, fulfilled, motivated and empowered. We are seeking a driven Health & Safety Technician to help drive health and safety culture in one of our Sortation Centres (SCs). Our Sortation Centres are the link in Amazon's rapidly growing business: they manage our fast-moving shipments across the world. In this crucial health and safety position, you will report to the Health & Safety Manager as part of an evening/night shift, shift-based role.

A day in the life and the team context are described in the statements below.

Responsibilities

• Undertake risk assessments as required, while proactively following up on control measures until complete
• Complete daily metrics and callouts
• Take a Deep Dive into Sort Centre data, monitoring recordable incidents on-site
• Leverage auditor-level knowledge of Amazon's procedures and legal requirements to advise associates and managers accordingly
• Become a subject matter expert in your Health and Safety competence, while remaining vigilant and not disclosing sensitive information
• Consistently monitor the Sortation Centre, ensuring compliance with Amazon's safety procedures
• Investigate accidents, near misses and incidents, and establish root causes
• Update internal records regarding incidents, near misses and accidents
• Undertake action plans to ensure ongoing compliance with legislation
• Conduct yourself professionally, maintaining confidentiality in safety investigations
• Flexibility: cover non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends, during peak periods

Basic Qualifications

• Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent)
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Minimum Intermediate level of English (B2) in written and verbal English
• Experience running metrics reports and analyzing data to identify problems and root causes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in logistics / operations / warehouse / customer-oriented environment
• Demonstrable ability to learn quickly while adhering to new processes and procedures
• Willingness to change, adapt and innovate within the business
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, at times under minimal supervision, and to organize and prioritize time to meet targets and deadlines
• Ability to work at all levels, coaching and mentoring others to work safely

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