Safety Technician, UK ATS

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

Job summary

A global logistics leader is seeking a Health & Safety Technician in Rochester to undertake risk assessments, monitor safety compliance, and advise associates. Candidates must hold Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role requires flexibility for shifts, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Minimum Intermediate level of English (B2).
• Experience running metrics report and analysing data.

Responsibilities

• Undertake risk assessments as required.
• Complete daily metrics and callouts.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures.
• Investigate accidents and establish root cause.
• Update internal records regarding incidents.

Skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Health and Safety NVQ Level 3 or NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

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. To help us achieve this, we’re seeking a driven Health & Safety Technician.

Our Sortation Centres are the link in Amazon’s rapidly growing business: they’re where we manage our fast-moving shipments across the world. In this crucial health and safety position, you’ll report into the Health and Safety Manager, as part of an evening/night shift-based role.

Job 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, as you monitor recordable incidents on-site
• Leveraging your Auditor-level knowledge of Amazon’s procedures and legal requirements, you’ll advise associates and managers accordingly
• Become a subject matter expert in your specific level of Health and Safety competence, while staying vigilant and not disclosing any sensitive information of our team
• Consistently monitor your Sortation Centre, keeping an eye on compliance with Amazon’s safety procedures
• Investigate accidents, near misses and any incidents, as you establish root cause
• Update internal records regarding incidents, near misses and accidents
• Undertake action plans to ensure continuing, sustained compliance with legislation
• Conduct yourself professionally at all times: you maintain confidentiality in matters involving safety investigations
• Flexibility: you’re willing and able to cover non-traditional shifts–including nights and weekends–during peak periods

About the Team

Operations sits at the heart of the Amazon customer experience. We look after everything from the moment a customer clicks buy, to the moment their item is delivered – from desktop to doorstep.

Basic Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in logistics / operations/ warehouse/ customer-oriented environment, a plus
• Demonstrable ability to learn quickly, while closely adhering to new processes and procedures
• Demonstrate willingness to change, adapt and innovate within the business
• You possess a meticulous level of sustained attention-to-detail
• You’re able to work independently, at times under minimum levels of supervision, demonstrating your ability to organise and prioritise your time effectively to meet targets and deadlines
• You can work at all levels, coaching and mentoring others to work safely

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon.

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.