Amazon WHS Specialist

About Amazon Fulfillment
At Servicios Comerciales Amazon Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V., we are seeking a dedicated WHS Specialist (WHSS) to serve as a designated safety representative for our assigned fulfillment center in Leon, Mexico. This role is responsible for coordinating and implementing all areas of the Amazon Global Safety Program as directed by the safety leadership.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will promote a positive safety culture while complying with Amazon safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment. This includes conducting trainings and coaching associates on observed work habits.

- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate-based reporting systems.
- Support management's efforts to ensure compliance with all corporate Safety Program expectations and applicable federal & state laws.
- Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions.
- Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics.

What You Will Do
This role reports to Site WHS Manager. As a WHSS, you will support, coordinate, and assist in the implementation of Amazon WHS procedures and programs as directed by WHS leadership, in alignment with policy and site goals. You will partner with site stakeholders to drive compliance with relevant Amazon standards, procedures, and applicable local laws.

- Coach associates and leadership on new and existing WHS requirements, including their impact on the site.
- Support incident investigation and own data analysis to build recommendations for change and impact trends.
- Partner with site operations and WHS leadership on tackling day-to-day risks, identify, and escalate compliance risks and improvement opportunities through the completion of assigned routine inspections and audits.
- Represent WHS function in site working groups, attend meetings, and lead continuous improvement projects as assigned by WHS leadership.

A Day in the Life
You will fulfill the assigned tasks within this standard work as allocated by the Site WHS Manager, including additional tasks as stretch assignments. Adherence to scheduled shifts is necessary to support site safety.

About the Team
You will be part of a collaborative team consisting of WHS Manager, Safety Specialist, and Onsite medical representatives. The ideal candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with colleagues at various levels.

Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in workplace health & safety (WHS) related field
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
- High school or equivalent
- Experience using Microsoft Word in a professional capacity
- Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security or personnel issues in the workplace
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in a safety-related field
- English and Spanish fluency, spoken and written
- 1+ years of experience and knowledge of ISO45001, STPS, CIVIL PROTECTION, SEMARNAT, and SCT regulations specifically those related to Environmental, Health, and Safety in Mexico

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in emergency response
- Experience in worker's compensation case management

Salary Range
$90,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

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