WHS Officer

Job Summary

The Site Safety Officer at Amazon Robotics will partner closely with site operations teams within our Fulfillment Centers to champion and implement company safety policies. This role is critical for ensuring strict adherence to all local and regional safety regulations. By applying lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies like kaizen events, you will drive initiatives to minimize conditional and ergonomic risks within our operational processes, thereby fostering a secure and healthy work environment for all associates.

A key aspect of this position involves building strong relationships and trust with the Operations team, influencing positive change through thorough risk assessments and insightful safety data analysis. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator, delivering clear, concise, and consistent messages both verbally and in writing. You will be responsible for training Operations Leaders on company safety policies and assisting site teams in integrating these safety standards into their daily routines. Furthermore, you will identify, document, and incorporate best practices into our existing safety policies to drive ongoing improvement.

This role also includes leadership responsibilities for a safety team, potentially comprising Safety Specialists, Safety Coordinators, and Onsite First Aid Associates. You will be tasked with creating and executing leadership development plans for your team members, clearly communicating expectations, providing regular and constructive feedback, and ensuring they meet the core competencies of an Amazon safety professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and oversight to ensure full compliance with Amazon's Safety Policies.
• Monitor and measure site performance against established safety policy requirements. Develop and implement corrective action plans for any identified deficiencies.
• Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of safety-related projects to Operations.
• Analyze safety metrics and review weekly and monthly incident trends to identify patterns. Use this data to justify resource allocation to areas with the highest safety risks.
• Conduct regular site safety audits to identify non-compliant equipment and/or processes. Implement solutions to mitigate these risks and prevent injuries across other Fulfillment Centers.
• Audit recordkeeping practices and entries in the Global Safety Database to ensure alignment with global safety standards and local regulations.
• Audit workplace organization and associate behaviors to verify the accuracy and consistency of training, auditing, and scoring methodologies.
• Manage and mentor Safety Associates within your assigned Fulfillment Center.
• Actively engage with Fulfillment Centers, seeking input from Safety teams, associates, and leaders on opportunities for safety program improvement. Maintain open communication regarding the progress and resolution of these suggestions.
• Ensure site leadership and associates are adequately trained and knowledgeable of their responsibilities under each safety policy. Audit the quality, delivery, and effectiveness of all required safety training, including trainer qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Communication, Instrumentation and Controls) or a related Safety field.
• A minimum of 2 years of prior experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS).
• Proven experience working in reputable organizations.
• Experience managing multiple direct reports.
• Flexibility to work different shifts as required.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing lean principles and process improvement within an operational setting.
• Certification such as NEBOSH, ADIS, or a Bachelor's degree with significant safety experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Fulfillment Center, Manufacturing, Construction, or Supply Chain Management environment.
• Safety experience in a site with at least 200 employees, including a mix of exempt and non-exempt personnel.
• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic, and growing organization.
• Recognition as a Safety Certified Professional.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement departmental goals and strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt effectively to fast-paced environments with evolving circumstances, direction, and strategy.

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Company - ASSPL - Maharashtra - C32

Job ID: A10383736