At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead injury prevention and promote wellness in a dynamic Amazon Fulfillment Center.
- Company: Join Amazon's mission to create the safest workplace on Earth!
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, health benefits, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on health and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee wellbeing and safety through innovative programs.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related fields and experience in wellness or industrial settings.
The predicted salary is between 29.37 - 40.38 $ per hour.
Join Amazon's Mission to Become Earth's Safest Place to Work!
At Amazon, we're revolutionizing Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)!
The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people.
WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the health and wellbeing of our workforce.
To support these goals, Amazon is seeking an experienced Wellness Specialist to join our team.
In this role, you will be a part of the local WHS team and will lead both onsite injury prevention and proactive safety.
This position will work in an Amazon Fulfillment Center and report directly to the Site WHS Manager.
You will work closely with Amazon associates one-on-one with the goal to improve physical movement techniques prior to the onset of soreness or injury through ergonomic training and engagement.
Core Impact Areas
Proactive Prevention - Drive injury prevention through advanced data analysis and evidence-based solutions.
Design and implement targeted ergonomic interventions based on risk assessment findings and injury trends.
Lead comprehensive workplace evaluations to identify and eliminate potential hazards before they cause harm.
Transform complex injury data into actionable strategies that protect associates and optimize work processes.
Wellness Education
Champion a culture of proactive health and injury prevention through innovative training programs and hands-on coaching.
Develop and deliver engaging ergonomic education that empowers associates to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
Build trusted partnerships with operations teams to integrate prevention strategies into daily workflows.
Create sustainable behavior change through personalized coaching and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Additional Job Elements
- Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
- Stand/walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
- Work in an environment where the noise level varies.
- Work in an environment that is subject to variable temperatures and weather (delivery stations include outside loading departments).
- Continuously climb and descend stairs (applies to sites with stairs).
- Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.
The following must be obtained within 3 weeks of start date: Alberta: Standard first aid level A or C from any accredited Canadian certifying authority in Alberta.
British
Columbia: Intermediate first aid from Work Safe BC or an entity recognized by Work Safe BC.
Ontario: Standard first aid level A or C from a Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) approved certifying authority.
- Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in athletic therapy, human kinetics, physiotherapy, ergonomics, or kinesiology.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with an industrial wellness program
- Experience in an occupational or industrial setting
- Experience working with a cross functional team
Amazon is an equal opportunity 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 https://amazon. jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below.
As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs).
Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.
Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.
CAN, AB, Calgary - 29.37 - 40.38 CAD hourly
Wellness WHS Specialist in Calgary employer: Amazon Inc.
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