EHS Specialist

Overview

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work. As a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS), you’ll help transform workplace safety culture, protect employees, and support a proactive safety culture that balances safety with productivity. You will build relationships, influence positive change, and help write the next chapter in Amazon's commitment to safety at work.

• Drive safety program excellence and implementation with data-driven strategies
• Lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments; implement innovative solutions to prevent injuries
• Deliver engaging safety training that resonates with associates
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety while maintaining operational efficiency
• Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing
• Foster a culture where safety is everyone’s priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement
• Develop relationships with frontline associates and leadership to drive behavioral changes and integrate safety best practices into daily work
• Translate safety data into narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives
• Perform additional job elements: lift up to 49 pounds; stand/walk up to 12 hours; work in variable noise levels and temperatures; climb stairs as required; assist in emergencies
• Be available to work flexible shifts including days, nights, and/or weekends

• High school diploma or equivalent; or a Bachelor’s degree in EHS-related field (preferred); or 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field or 6 months experience in a safety-related role within Amazon
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity
• Experience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues
• Strong communication, teamwork, analysis, judgment, and customer focus skills
• Experience leading and managing a team, analyzing accident data, and conducting job hazard analyses
• Emergency response experience and current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Experience in workers compensation case management
• Basic to advanced safety education background (Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a safety-related field)
• Ability to analyze processes, identify safety concerns, and implement improvements

• Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on protected status
• Inclusion and accommodations: for applicants needing workplace accommodations during the process, visit the Amazon accommodations page for more information
• Base salary range and total compensation details are provided; final compensation based on experience, location, and qualifications
• Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, parental leave, and additional programs
• Location note: USA, MD, Sparrows Point – 27.00 – 33.00 USD hourly