Keeping our people safe and well at work is a top priority at Amazon. Our Safety Technicians play an essential role in making this happen. This role is an opportunity to start your career in workplace safety and develop through a global company. Youll work closely with our experts to monitor your site which means youll get to see the difference that you make to peoples well-being every day.
Key job responsibilities
Carry out risk assessments and audits
Monitor the site to make sure processes are in line with Amazons safety procedures
Create and update reports on safety metrics for colleagues to review
Work with colleagues in Operations and across the business on safety-related tasks and offer guidance on processes
Support in putting new safety measures in place
A day in the life
Youll be based at one of our sites. This means that you can closely track whats happening and people can easily ask you any questions throughout their shifts. This role is all about spotting potential issues before they happen. Youll spend a lot of time checking the site and getting to know the way that people use equipment. By understanding how every task and machine works youll be able to think about the best way to keep processes safe.
Youll also be one of the people to put safety changes into action which means youll get to work closely with lots of people. Alongside your daily and weekly tasks youll offer support to our Operations team on ad-hoc safety-related work.
Safety is so important to Amazon and youll help us gather the vital data that keeps us on top of our processes and ahead of any issues. Youll also share that data with people across the business and work with other teams to make sure theyre putting safety first
About the team
The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) team plays a crucial role in keeping our people mentally and physically well at work. Our team works with managers associates and local governments across our sites ensuring compliance with Amazons policies and legal regulations and guaranteeing the safety of our work environments. The team offers a variety of opportunities from Safety Technicians to Programme Managers. Regardless of your role youll contribute to the development and implementation of the safety strategy across the entire network.
- NEBOSH (National General Certificate) or NVQ Level 3
- Advanced proficiency in the local language (C1 Common European Framework of Reference CEFR)
- Relevant experience using data analysis to generate and explain metrics
- Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
- Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above wed love to hear from you.
- Experience with Lean 5S or Kaizen methodologies
- Experience planning or managing environmentally conscious initiatives
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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 ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Safety Technician, UKIE WHS AMZL • Peterborough, England, UK
A sustainable materials company in Peterborough seeks a Health and Safety Manager to lead HSE performance, enhance compliance with UK legislation, and foster a safety-first culture.You will oversee... Show more
A healthcare organization is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join their team in St.The role involves critical responsibilities related to the safe and effective use of medications within the healt... Show more
Fire & Security Technician – £38k–£40k | Overtime | Private Healthcare\n.Peterborough & Surrounding Areas.Recruitment Ltd – Specialists in finding the right ta... Show more
At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Night Hygiene Operative to work with a leading food production company in Anwick.You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across ... Show more
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Independent Safety Assessment Engineer to deliver Independent Safety Assessment activities (AsBo/ISA) across major rail projects in the UK, including EN standards a... Show more
Peterborough, England, United Kingdom.Entech Technical Solutions provided pay range.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay ran... Show more
Monday - Friday 8:30am – 5pm and every Saturday 8am-12pm at x 1.About your new company An independent business that has been established for over 15 years.Specialising in HGVs, cars and vans, they ... Show more
A leading safety consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Safety Advisor to influence and improve the safety culture within their egg production facility.This role offers the opportunity to lead h... Show more
You won’t just review designs, you’ll shape safer journeys for thousands of people, every day.In this role, you’ll be a critical voice in how infrastructure is designed, built, and experienced—ensu... Show more
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominantly in the water industry who have bee... Show more
Health & Safety Manager – Nationwide (Midlands-Based Preferred).We are looking to speak to Senior HS Advisors/HS Managers for our client working within logistics and construction.This is a field-ba... Show more
This range is provided by D7 Recruitment.Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Direct message the job poster from D7 Recruitment.Recru... Show more
Anglian Water's @one Alliance is seeking a GIME Site Manager to lead site safety and drive efficient delivery across Water Recycling projects.You will oversee Supervisors and Delivery Teams, ensuri... Show more
A leading water sector company is seeking a Regional Head of SHEQ to lead Safety, Health, Environment and Quality across its Severn Trent Water framework in the East Midlands.This pivotal leadershi... Show more
Package: 50k (pro-rata) BOE + Pension + Health Shield + Private Healthcare + Bonus + Benefits.Actemium Automation Peterborough, part of the VINCI Energies group, delivers specialist automation, con... Show more
HSE professional to support major infrastructure projects in East Midlands, England.You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with UK health and safety legislation, conducting site audits, an... Show more
Principal Safety Consultant We are looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to join our team.In this role, you will play an important role in leading safety engineering and assurance services to a... Show more
About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine.Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow... Show more
Avove Utilities in the East Midlands is seeking a Lead HSE Advisor to lead the HSE team and deliver the HSE strategy within the Severn Trent Framework.This role requires strong leadership skills an... Show more
Shape the Fire Safety Strategies Behind the UK's Most Complex Engineering Projects.Join a specialist team at the forefront of fire engineering within some of the nation's most challenging technical... Show more
