Workplace Health and Safety Officer

About the role

The Site Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Officer partners with the operations team at an Amazon delivery station to implement safety policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement of the work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide guidance and oversight to guarantee compliance with all Amazon WHS standards and local regulations.
• Measure site safety performance, identify deficiencies, and develop corrective action plans.
• Analyze safety metrics, review incident trends, and allocate resources to high‑risk areas.
• Conduct regular safety audits, investigate incidents, and ensure timely closure of corrective and preventive actions.
• Audit record‑keeping and workplace organization to align with global WHS standards.
• Lead and mentor Safety Associates, especially during peak periods.
• Collaborate with Operations Leaders to train on WHS policies and embed safety standards into daily processes.

Required profile

• Fluent in spoken, written, and read English.
• Strong communicator able to deliver clear, concise messages verbally and in writing.
• Flexible to work in shifts and spend time on‑site at the delivery station.
• Thorough understanding of local/regional safety regulations and company policies.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of occupational safety programs, environmental and ergonomic principles.
• Experience applying lean principles and Kaizen methodology to reduce risk.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and safety data analysis.