Workplace Health and Safety Officer, Workplace Health & Safety
Job ID : | Souq.com for E-Commerce LLC
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
- Proficiency in data analysis and risk assessment
Key job responsibilities
Safety Compliance & Oversight
Provide guidance to ensure compliance with Amazon WHS standards / policiesMeasure and track site performance against safety policy requirementsDevelop and implement corrective action plans for identified deficienciesEnsure proper incident investigation and closure of corrective / preventive actionsLead quality project delivery to Operations teamsSafety Monitoring & Analysis
Analyze safety metrics and review incident trends (weekly / monthly)Allocate resources based on identified risk areasPerform regular site safety auditsAudit record-keeping practices and ensure Austin entries align with global WHS standardsMonitor workplace organization and Associate behaviorsVerify training, auditing, and scoring methods for accuracy and consistencyTraining & Development
Lead and mentor Safety Associates during peak periodsEnsure site leadership and Associates understand their safety responsibilitiesAudit safety training quality, delivery, and effectivenessImplement basic safety training calendarCoordinate Fire Fighting and First Aid training requirementsEquipment & PPE Management
Maintain and monitor PPE inventoryCoordinate with procurement for PPE ordersEnsure site-wide PPE complianceImplement PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) safety systemsOversee yard safety system implementationMonitor preventive maintenance of Fire protection and emergency equipmentProgram Implementation
Establish and maintain Work Permit SystemImplement contractor safety management protocolsExecute best practices across site operationsEngage with Safety teams, Associates, and leaders for program improvementsMaintain open communication regarding progress and resolutionPartner with facility team on equipment maintenance and safety protocolsContinuous Improvement
Seek input on safety program improvement opportunitiesImplement solutions to eliminate risk exposureMonitor and enhance safety protocolsDrive adoption of best practicesEnsure effective communication of safety initiatives and outcomesBasic Qualifications
WHS Experience / or WHS qualificationsExperience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacityBachelor’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 languageAvailable to work flexible shifts including days, nights and / or weekendsPreferred 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 analysesExperienced in emergency response and currently holds First aid and CPR certificates.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country / region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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