Job Overview Join Amazons mission to become Earths safest place to work! At Amazon, weve set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all industries in which we operate. 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 and dedication will directly protect employees, ensuring 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. Core Impact Areas - Safety Program Excellence & Implementation Drive comprehensive safety programs through datadriven 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. Physical & Work Requirements - 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 that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments). - Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs). - Must be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends. 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 Bachelors degree in an EHSrelevant background OR 6 months experience performing in a safetyrelated 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 - Experience in worker's compensation case management. - Bachelors degree or higher, preferably in a safetyrelated 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. Benefits Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and wellbeing. Salary Base salary range for this position: 29.00 - 40.00 CAD hourly in Rocky View County, Alberta. Equal Opportunity Employer Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Posted May 2, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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WHS Specialist