EHS Specialist

Overview

Job ID: 3060953 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work. 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 will protect employees and help ensure 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. As your building's designated safety champion, you’ll 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

• 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 subject to variable temperatures and weather
• Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs)
• Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends

For those who do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, must obtain within 3 weeks of start date.

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-related 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 matters involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• 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
• Experience in workers compensation case management

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 workplace accommodations or adjustments during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please review the accommodations information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $50,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $76,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit the Amazon benefits page. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Posted updates:

Posted: November 27, 2024 (Updated about 1 month ago)

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Posted: September 25, 2025 (Updated 4 days ago)

Posted: July 31, 2025 (Updated about 1 month ago)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.