EHS Specialist
Amazon· USA, CO, Denver
Hybrid (Denver, CO)$28.94/hr - $33.41/hrfull-timePosted yesterday
About the role
Work as a Workplace Health & Safety Specialist (WHSS) at Amazon, driving safety program excellence, associate advocacy, and cultural leadership to help Amazon become Earth’s Safest Place to Work. Role involves safety audits, incident investigations, training, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Serve as a trusted safety advisor and advocate for associate wellbeing, building partnerships across all levels of the organization.
- Foster a culture where safety is everyone's priority through effective communication, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
- Transform safety data into compelling narratives that influence positive change and drive engagement in safety initiatives.
Qualifications
- High school or equivalent
- A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in EHS-relevant background OR 6 months experience performing 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 matter involving security and/or personnel issues in the workplace
Skills
Required:Safety program managementIncident investigationSafety trainingCommunication
Nice to have:Emergency response
Benefits
- Base salary with sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs)
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), life insurance, EAP, Mental Health Support, FSA, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement
- 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave
Last updated Oct 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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