EHS Specialist

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) youll be at the forefront of transforming workplace safety culture at one of the worlds most innovative companies. Your expertise and dedication will directly protect employees ensuring they return home safely to their families every day. Youll facilitate new approaches to safety combining technology with human-centered solutions to create an environment where safety and productivity thrive together. This isnt just about maintaining safety standards its about revolutionizing how we think about and implement workplace safety making a lasting impact on our people and operations. As your buildings designated safety champion youll have the unique opportunity to build relationships influence positive change and help write the next chapter in Amazons commitment to becoming Earths 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 everyones 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 include:
- 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)
- Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site

Must be available to work flexible shifts including days nights and/or weekends.

For those that 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.

- High school or equivalent
- Bachelors degree in safety environmental or equivalent or 3 years of Amazon experience
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
- Experience working with Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience managing confidential and sensitive employee information and adherence to strict confidentiality standards

- high school diploma or equivalent or 3 years of demonstrating safety standards experience
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities or experience working with customers with a passion for delivering exceptional service and experience in managing and troublshooting network
- Bachelors degree in safety environmental or equivalent or 3 years of team leadership experience
- Experience in emergency response
- Experience with workers compensation

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 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 youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at LA Port Allen - 27.00 - 33.00 USD hourly