Regional Safety Engineer - KUL, DCPD AWS DC

Amazon; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Regional Safety Engineer (DCPD) to enhance safety standards across AWS Data Center Planning and Delivery programs. This role involves developing H&S programs, collaborating across teams, and using data to manage safety risks effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in compliance, risk management, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in compliance, governance, audit, or risk management.
• Experience handling confidential information.
• Proven success in establishing partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy H&S programs covering leadership and compliance.
• Review risk assessments and coordinate safety planning.
• Perform audits and analyze safety data.

Skills

Risk Management

Leadership

Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers, including servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment, to ensure continual access for our customers. We work on challenging problems involving complex supply chains and are seeking talented individuals to join us.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other roles. Collaboration across AWS is key to maintaining high safety and security standards while providing extensive capacity at low costs. We foster an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership.

This role, "Regional Safety Engineer – DCPD," is for an experienced H&S Specialist, Engineer, or Manager supporting AWS Data Center Planning and Delivery programs. You will partner with various internal teams (Real Estate, Permitting, Construction, Security, Procurement, etc.) to meet safety goals and enhance safety culture. Externally, you'll engage with contractors and suppliers to ensure safety standards and continuous improvements.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Develop and deploy H&S programs covering leadership, planning, operational controls, and compliance with jurisdictional and AWS standards.
2. Review risk assessments, coordinate safety planning, and ensure contractor compliance.
3. Conduct safety kickoff and review sessions, document data, and manage safety resources.
4. Identify improvement opportunities and collaborate with operational teams on safety issues.
5. Perform audits, analyze safety data, and report trends and risks.
6. Visit sites regularly, host safety meetings, and review contractor performance.

A typical day involves using data to manage safety risks, communicating effectively, and developing safety competencies within teams. You will need diplomacy, patience, and tact to build trust and advise teams on safety matters.

About the team and AWS:

We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates with varied backgrounds to apply. AWS is the world’s leading cloud platform, committed to innovation, inclusion, and career growth. We promote work/life balance and support flexible working arrangements.

Minimum qualifications include:

• 4+ years in compliance, governance, audit, or risk management
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Experience handling confidential information
• Professional auditing or risk credentials
• Experience defining program requirements and using data to drive improvements
• Proven success in establishing partnerships and executing initiatives

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