Regional Safety Engineer, Data Center Health and Safety
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Description
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation tools they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain, and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
As an experienced EHS Manager, Safety Specialist or Safety Engineer, you will support safety operations in Melbourne, Australia and may also support other states or countries. You will advise, instruct and train personnel on safety policies and procedures, maintain and enhance the safety of operations, coordinate with onsite physical security, vendors, compliance officers, risk management, and fire/life safety systems, and work closely with construction builds. This role reports to the Regional Safety Manager, Australia & New Zealand and is based in Melbourne; some international travel may be required.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Implement safety standards, policies and practices including safety management systems, training and risk assessments.
- Collaborate with other groups within Amazon (Facilities Managers, Human Resources, Operations) and outside vendors (General Contractors, sub-contractors, Emergency Services) related to operations and construction.
- Ensure compliance and implementation of global safety programs and local regulatory legislation.
- Develop safety plans for on-site emergencies, special events and other unique safety situations.
- Perform safety data analysis and create benchmarking.
- Ensure safety recordkeeping and provide accurate reporting and metrics to support business safety initiatives.
- Consult and work with legal for safety regulations interpretations and investigations.
- Develop and implement solutions to eliminate exposure to these risks and prevent injury.
- Adapt to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, strategy and deadlines.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- 5 or more years of field experience with a proven record of safety.
Preferred Qualifications
- Construction, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or similar industry safety experience with mix of full time employees and third-party contractors.
- Considerable knowledge of local safety and health regulatory law and practices of investigations and workplace safety, including experience dealing with local regulators.
Acknowledgement of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE Statement
Amazon is an equal chance employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Company – Amazon Corporate Services Pty Ltd
Job ID: A
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