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Amazon Workplace Health and Safety, Fire Specialist , Workplace Health and Safety, EU ATS CASE team in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Description
Keeping our people safe and well at work is a top priority at Amazon. Our Safety Specialists play an integral part in making this happen. In this role, you’ll put the vital steps in place to make sure everyone at your location works in a safe and healthy environment. This is a hands-on opportunity to make a difference to people every day. By proactively keeping them safe, you’ll also empower them to feel confident in their roles and motivated to do their best work.
Key job responsibilities
• Conduct Fire Risk Assessments
• Develop and Implement Fire Safety Plans
• Ensure Compliance with Fire Safety Regulations
• Train Staff on Fire Prevention and Emergency Procedures
• Inspect and Maintain Fire Safety Equipment
• Coordinate Fire Drills and Emergency Evacuation Plans
• Investigate Fire Incidents
• Advise on Building Design and Modifications
• Promote Fire Safety Awareness
• Maintain Documentation and Reports
• Collaborate with Emergency Services
A day in the life
You’ll be based on location at one of our sites, which could be one of our sortation centres. Being on site means that you can keep a close eye on the processes. As well as helping us stay on top of health and safety compliance, you’ll spot potential issues and identify opportunities for improvement. That means working closely with people across the business to get to know the risks they experience and gathering data to identify smarter and safer ways that we can work. You’ll also set up training and other programmes to help everyone follow new safety processes and reach new standards.
About the team
Amazon couldn’t deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, you’ll help Amazon’s transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient.
We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination – quickly, conveniently and sustainably.
Basic Qualifications
A NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ5 level or equivalent qualification
Certification in fire safety or related fields required. (NEBOSH Fire Safety Minimum)
Experience with UK Environment, Health and Safety legislation
Advanced proficiency in verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge of fire safety regulations and best practices.
Strong analytical skills to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication skills for training and reporting.
Ability to stay calm and make quick decisions in emergencies.
Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers
Fire Risk Assessor (FRA) qualification – legally required to perform FRA’s:
FireQual Award in Fire Risk Assessment in High Risk Premises; Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Level 7/Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF; England & Wales) Level 4
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