Regional EHS Manager III

Description

Application deadline: Jun 26, 2026

Join Amazon’s mission to become Earth’s safest place to work! At Amazon, we’ve set the ambitious goal to become the benchmark of safety excellence across all industries in which we operate. Our Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is at the forefront of this mission, creating environments where safety and efficiency work in perfect harmony. We're seeking a dynamic and innovative WHS Manager to help drive this mission forward. As our next WHS Manager, you'll be more than a safety professional – you'll be a catalyst for change, leading a comprehensive safety program that touches thousands of lives. Working at the intersection of operations and safety, you'll shape the future of workplace health while delivering real-time solutions that protect our most valuable asset: our people.

In this role, you'll serve as the site's safety pioneer, orchestrating our Global WHS Program with precision and passion. You'll partner with Operations leadership to weave safety into the fabric of our daily operations, using data-driven insights to create innovative solutions that reduce risk and enhance productivity. Your ability to build trust, influence change, and drive results will be crucial as you lead comprehensive risk assessments and transform safety data into actionable strategies.

Leadership is at the heart of this role. You'll build and develop a high-performing team of WHS professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Core Impact Areas:

Safety Leadership & Innovation - Transform safety culture through leadership and innovative solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that set new benchmarks in workplace safety. Leverage technology and data analytics to drive preventive safety measures that protect our associates while enhancing operational excellence. Develop leadership plans, communicate expectations, and drive initiatives to create a safe work environment. Measure performance against WHS policies, analyze metrics, and conduct site audits to address non-compliance issues.

Strategic Partnership & Influence - Build partnerships with Operations leadership to integrate safety into every aspect of our business. Use compelling data analysis and risk insights to influence positive change and drive strategic decision-making. Establish yourself as a trusted advisor who balances safety excellence with operational demands. Oversee recordkeeping, workplace organization, and WHS training programs.

This position requires the flexibility to travel 50-70% of the time and work various shifts.

Additional Job Elements include:

• 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 role focuses on supporting sites and WHS staff across North American regions to drive safety excellence and ensure compliance. Key responsibilities include overseeing incident management and investigations, conducting business reviews and leadership meetings, managing staff development and training, monitoring safety assessments and compliance, overseeing emergency preparedness, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. The position emphasizes continuous improvement through regular site inspections, performance monitoring, and implementation of safety initiatives. Major themes throughout the tasks include safety oversight and compliance, people management, performance monitoring, incident prevention, stakeholder communication, and quality assurance.

Those that do not have an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must obtain within 3 weeks of start date.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

• 5+ years of increasing responsibilities in EHS and/or environmental programs in manufacturing, production, or service operations

• 5+ years of increasing responsibilities in people and performance management

Preferred Qualifications

• Distribution Center or Manufacturing WHS experience with mix of exempt and non-exempt employees at a site of at least 250 people

• Master’s degree

• Experience implementing lean principles and process improvement in an operational environment.

• Experience in a fast paced, dynamic organization.

• Certified Safety Professional

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort interfacing with site leaders.

• Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies.

• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving ability.

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 you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at .

USA, AZ, Goodyear - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, AZ, Mesa - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, AZ, Prescott Valley - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, AZ, Show Low - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, AZ, Sierra Vista - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, CO, Denver - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, CO, Grand Junction - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, NM, Albuquerque - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, NV, North Las Vegas - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually

USA, UT, North Salt Lake - 94,200.00 - 141,400.00 USD annually