Description The Site WHS Officer will be responsible for partnering with site operations teams in delivery stations to execute company safety policies and ensure compliance with all applicable local and regional regulations. By leveraging lean principles and kaizens, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce conditional and ergonomic risks in our processes to ensure a safe and healthful working environment for our Associates. A successful Site WHS Officer will demonstrate the ability to build trust and confidence with the Operations Team and inspire change through providing comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis. The Site WHS Officer must be an effective communicator and send clear, concise, and consistent messages, both verbally and in writing. You will instruct and train Operations Leaders in Amazon WHS policies and assist the operations site teams in incorporating our safety standards at their site. You will work to identify best practices and incorporate these standard methodologies into our standards to continuously improve the safety landscape. Site WHS Officer will possess excellent safety program knowledge as well as environmental and ergonomic knowledge and be able to demonstrate this expertise when working with Operations. The Site WHS Officer will be a part of the site WHS team and report to the site WHS manager. The WHS Officer should be flexible to work in shifts. Requirements
Possess a thorough understanding of local/regional regulations and company policy
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in implementing safety programs
Ability to work collaboratively with operations teams
Knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Flexibility to work varying shifts as needed
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change
Provide guidance to ensure compliance with Amazon WHS standards/policies
Measure and track site performance against safety policy requirements
Develop and implement corrective action plans for identified deficiencies
Ensure proper incident investigation and closure of corrective/preventive actions
Lead quality project delivery to Operations teams
Safety Monitoring & Analysis
Analyze safety metrics and review incident trends (weekly/monthly)
Allocate resources based on identified risk areas
Perform regular site safety audits
Audit record-keeping practices and ensure Austin entries align with global
WHS standards
Monitor workplace organization and Associate behaviors
Verify training, auditing, and scoring methods for accuracy and consistency
Training & Development
Lead and mentor Safety Associates during peak periods
Ensure site leadership and Associates understand their safety responsibilities
Audit safety training quality, delivery, and effectiveness
Implement basic safety training calendar
Coordinate Fire Fighting and First Aid training requirements
Equipment & PPE Management
Maintain and monitor PPE inventory
Coordinate with procurement for PPE orders
Ensure site-wide PPE compliance
Implement PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) safety systems
Oversee yard safety system implementation
Monitor preventive maintenance of Fire protection and emergency equipment
Program Implementation
Establish and maintain Work Permit System
Implement contractor safety management protocols
Execute best practices across site operations
Engage with Safety teams, Associates, and leaders for program improvements
Maintain open communication regarding progress and resolution
Partner with facility team on equipment maintenance and safety protocols
Continuous Improvement
Seek input on safety program improvement opportunities
Implement solutions to eliminate risk exposure
Monitor and enhance safety protocols
Drive adoption of best practices
Ensure effective communication of safety initiatives and outcomes
Basic Qualifications
WHS Experience/or WHS qualifications
Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental, ergonomics or a related field required.
NEBOSH & IOSH certified.
Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment.
Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
Good communicator - English & local language
Available to work flexible shifts including days, nights and/or weekends
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of growing responsibilities in safety and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations.
Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses
Experienced in emergency response and currently holds First aid and CPR certificates.
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