WHS Specialist – Amazon – Calgary, AB

Calgary is home to one of Amazon’s growing fulfilment operations, and they’re looking to bring on a Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Specialist to help lead safety culture on the floor. If you’re passionate about protecting workers, driving continuous improvement, and making a measurable difference in people’s daily lives, this role puts you right at the centre of that mission.

As a WHS Specialist at Amazon’s Calgary facility, you’ll do far more than tick boxes on a compliance checklist. You’ll be the building’s dedicated safety champion — conducting audits, investigating incidents, delivering training, and building the kind of trust with frontline associates that actually shifts behaviour. It’s hands-on, it’s meaningful, and it has real impact every single shift.

About the Role: WHS Specialist

The WHS Specialist is responsible for driving comprehensive safety programs through data-driven strategies. You’ll lead daily safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments, implementing solutions to prevent injuries before they happen. Delivering engaging safety training that resonates with associates is a core part of the role, as is championing continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety without slowing operations down.

Beyond the technical side, you’ll serve as an advocate for associate wellbeing — building relationships across all levels of the organization. You’ll work closely with frontline workers and leadership alike to drive behavioural change, ensure safety best practices become second nature, and translate safety data into narratives that influence real engagement. Physical demands are part of this role; you’ll be on your feet for up to 12 hours, lifting up to 49 pounds, and working in variable environments including areas with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a base salary range of $29.00 to $40.00 CAD per hour. Amazon’s total compensation package may also include sign-on payments and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The company provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life and AD&D), a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and additional wellness resources.

Responsibilities

The WHS Specialist plays a critical role in keeping Amazon’s Calgary fulfilment site safe and compliant. Day-to-day, you’ll split your time between proactive safety work — audits, training, and data analysis — and reactive response when incidents occur. Here’s a breakdown of what the role involves:

• Conduct daily safety audits across the facility, identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures before incidents occur
• Lead incident investigations to determine root causes and develop actionable prevention strategies
• Perform risk assessments on processes, new machinery, and workplace conditions to proactively manage hazards
• Deliver safety training that engages associates and reinforces a proactive safety mindset
• Build relationships with frontline workers and leadership to foster a culture where safety is a shared priority
• Analyze safety data and translate findings into compelling narratives that drive engagement and behavioural change
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace health and safety while maintaining operational efficiency
• Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to security and personnel issues in the workplace

Requirements / Skills

Amazon is looking for a candidate with a genuine commitment to worker safety and the technical knowledge to back it up. Whether you come from a formal EHS background or have built your expertise on the job, what matters most is your ability to engage people and drive results in a fast-moving environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required as a minimum educational baseline
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910, is required
• Minimum 1 year of EHS experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree in an EHS-relevant field, OR 6 months in a safety-related role within Amazon
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional setting
• Ability to maintain confidentiality around sensitive security and personnel matters
• Strong communication and teamwork skills — preferred, along with experience analyzing accident data and conducting job hazard analyses
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset, as is experience in emergency response and workers’ compensation case management

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Amazon job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your relevant health and safety experience before submitting.

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