Health and Safety Specialist I, Workplace Health & Safety (WHS)

Amazon Operations Brazil is seeking a full-time Occupational Health and Safety Specialist to work at a designated Fulfillment Center (FC), coordinating and implementing all areas of Amazon’s Global Program as well as local regulations, under the guidance of leadership. The Specialist fosters a positive culture by adhering to Amazon’s standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting training sessions and coaching associates regarding observed work practices.

Key job responsibilities

• Identify and inform management regarding compliance issues, risks, and opportunities for improvement by conducting daily, weekly, and monthly audits;
• Facilitate the incident investigation process;
• Maintain necessary documentation to ensure compliance with local and Amazon requirements;
• Enter incident information into the internal database in a timely manner;
• Conduct inspections and audits;
• Train and assist others (Area Managers, team members, etc.) in fulfilling their responsibilities (audits, adherence to rules, etc.);
• Conduct specific training as required;
• May hold additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, or other related activities, depending on the business unit and location;
• Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions through to completion;
• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for reporting to local management teams and corporate reporting systems;
• Support management efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate program expectations as well as applicable federal and state laws;
• Conduct risk assessments related to work performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and the introduction of new equipment;
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomic solutions.