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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Getafe
- Spanish
- Fluent
- English
- Required
- Experience
- Senior level
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
The ad rules out sponsorship
The advert says visa sponsorship isn’t available for this role.
Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- University education and training as a senior technician in occupational risk prevention (including specializations in Workplace Safety, Industrial Hygiene and Ergonomics, and Applied Psychosociology), in accordance with Spanish health and safety regulations.
- Relevant experience in complying with local health and safety legislation.
- Relevant experience in team management.
- Advanced level of Spanish and intermediate English (B2), both written and spoken.
Nice to have
- Experience with Lean, 5S, or Kaizen methodologies.
- Experience in planning or managing environmental initiatives.
- Membership in a professional body in the field of occupational health and safety.
- Experience in managing and communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues, direct reports, and management.
The role
At Amazon, we need talented and experienced people to help us operate safely and efficiently. As a Senior Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Manager, your role is key to driving strategic improvements in your centers and at a regional level. You will lead and develop your team, define the safety agenda, and collaborate with senior management to integrate a culture of safety and inclusion into your operations.
A day in the life
This is an extremely varied role, based at one of our centers, which will allow you to contribute directly to numerous aspects of our safety culture. You will manage health and safety standards while improving functionality and efficiency. You will also lead your team and help them implement changes in response to employee feedback or to leverage continuous process improvement opportunities. Your role is fundamental to ensuring employee safety, managing their satisfaction, and overseeing their well-being and productivity. You will take responsibility for health and safety to foster a culture centered on safe working.
What you'll do
- Direct the teams at the center and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with health and safety laws, guidelines, and company policies.
- Use internal reporting tools to analyze data and provide management with the information necessary to make safety-related decisions.
- Develop, implement, and maintain safety training programs, ergonomics initiatives, and prevention programs to improve the safety culture.
- Perform risk assessments for new processes and machinery, review changes in standardized processes, and update existing risk assessments.
- Promote commitment to occupational health and safety measures among management and employees to foster a strong safety culture.
Hiring process
3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
Online application
Assessments
Online test · Not every role
Role-specific online assessments where the role requires them.
Phone screening
Phone call · Not every role
If you meet the basic qualifications you may be asked to complete a phone screening.
Interview loop
With current employees
Individual interviews with current employees, each assessing different aspects of your skills and experience; in person or remote.
- Some candidates move directly to the interview loop without a phone screening.
- Role-specific interview prep guides are published for SDE, SDM, PM, BIE and other roles.
About Amazon
Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.
- Industry
- E-commerce and Cloud
- Founded
- 1994
- Employees
- 1,000,000+
- Headquarters
- Seattle, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Huesca
Good to know if you are moving
- Amazon offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and support for moving to Spain.
- The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center locations.
- Amazon is known for its leadership principles, which are integral to its corporate culture and are important for career advancement.
- Employees often have the opportunity to work on global projects and collaborate with teams across different countries.
- Amazon provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, stock options, and career development programs.
In their own words
About the company & team
About the team
The Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) team plays a fundamental role in ensuring the mental and physical well-being of our workforce at work. Our team works with managers, associates, and local authorities across all our sites, ensuring compliance with Amazon policies and legal regulations, and guaranteeing the safety of our working environments. The team offers a variety of opportunities, from Safety Technicians to Program Managers. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to the development and implementation of the safety strategy across the network.
Additional information
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 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.
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