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Safety Technician Redditch, England

Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Full Time Redditch, England 23045 - 29707 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

NVQ Level 3/NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent
Solid understanding of UK Health & Safety Legislation and pertinent regulations
You’re a great communicator, both verbally and in writing.
You bring plenty of drive, enthusiasm and self-motivation with you each day
You possess a meticulous level of sustained attention-to-detail
You have a proven ability to work to targets and deadlines
Demonstrable ability to learn quickly, while closely adhering to new processes and procedures
You’re able to work independently, at times under minimum levels of supervision
You’re flexible and adaptable; able to meet the needs of the business
Great team player: you contribute to a positive and healthy team environment
Solid computer literacy and skills

Year-on-year, as we continue to grow, we need to work as smart as we can, to keep all our team members safe, fulfilled, motivated and empowered. To help us achieve this, we’re seeking a driven Health & Safety Technicians. With your Bias for Action, we’ll need you to step in and help drive health and safety culture in one of our Sortation Centres (SCs).

Our Sortation Centres are the link in Amazon’s rapidly growing business: they’re where we manage our fast-moving shipments across the world.

In this crucial health and safety position, you’ll report into the Health and Safety Manager, as part of a shift-based role.

Key job responsibilities

Undertake risk assessments as required, while proactively following up on control measures until complete
Complete daily metrics and callouts
Take a Deep Dive into Sort Centre data, as you monitor recordable incidents on-site
Leveraging your Auditor-level knowledge of Amazon’s procedures and legal requirements, you’ll advise associates and managers accordingly
Become a subject matter expert in your specific level of Health and Safety competence, while staying vigilant and not disclosing any sensitive information of our team.
Consistently monitor your Sortation Centre, keeping an eye on compliance with Amazon’s safety procedures
Investigate accidents, near misses and any incidents, as you establish root cause
Update internal records regarding incidents, near misses and accidents
Undertake action plans to ensure continuing, sustained compliance with legislation
Conduct yourself professionally at all times: you maintain confidentiality in matters involving safety investigations
Flexibility: you’re willing and able to cover non-traditional shifts–including nights and weekends–during peak periods.

Passion for Health & Safety of others
Ability to work confidently and persuasively with leadership, yet personable and approachable enough to effectively coach and mentor our workforce.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial +44 800 086 9884 (tel:+448000869884). If calling from Ireland, please dial +353 1800 851 489 (tel:+3531800851489).

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