Description
The Global Medical & Health (GMH) team is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Physician to lead occupational health services and serve as the medical single-threaded leader within Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) for our expanding operations in Brazil. As the Occupational Health Physician, you will oversee and lead the delivery of occupational health services within Brazil, acting as the subject‑matter expert for occupational health, ensuring the health and well‑being of employees in alignment with global standards and local regulations. This role will coordinate Amazon’s Occupational Health program across all fulfillment centers in Brazil, ensuring regulatory compliance while developing and implementing comprehensive occupational health strategies. The Medical Lead will focus on practical implementation that protects employee health, reduces operational risks, and mitigates legal exposure.
Key Job Responsibilities
Serve as the official Occupational Health Medical Control Program (PCMSO) coordinator before Brazilian regulatory authorities, taking legal responsibility for NR-7 compliance across all Amazon Brazil sites.
Develop and implement a comprehensive occupational health management system that integrates across WHS, GMH, Employee Relations (ER), and third‑party providers.
Lead strategic oversight of health program implementation while coordinating with existing frameworks (PGR under NR1, SESMT under NR4).
Establish effective data collection and analysis systems to identify health trends and guide strategic preventive actions.
Implement comprehensive analyses of medical examination results and develop preventive measures as required by NR7.
Ensure integration between identified workplace risks and execution of regulatory‑required medical examinations.
Direct early detection and intervention programs for musculoskeletal symptoms to reduce MSD incident rates and Days Away From Work (DAFW).
Coordinate return‑to‑work processes through medical assessments and transitional duty placements.
Provide guidance to site‑level SESMT teams while maintaining operational governance.
Collaborate with Legal to ensure documentation meets requirements for regulatory inspections under CLT Article 168.
Support compliance with Labor Public Prosecutor's Office (MPT) investigations related to SESMT and PGR standards.
Provide strategic direction and manage the occupational health services across Brazil, ensuring high‑quality support and compliance with local health, safety, and medical regulations, and liaising with Brazil site‑level third‑party occupational health services.
Serve as a subject‑matter expert on occupational health, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders at all levels and liaising with local authorities and occupational health bodies.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation changes affecting workplace health and ensure compliance with Amazon’s policies as well as all local health, safety, and medical regulations.
Define, monitor, and report health‑related metrics to WHS GMH team leadership to measure program success, identify areas for improvement, and inform global and regional health strategies.
Oversee the proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of workplace health risks including physical and psychosocial factors and develop programs to safeguard employee well‑being.
A Day in the Life
In your role as Occupational Health Physician, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for occupational health services and preventive health management programs. You will work closely with a dedicated team of WHS professionals while collaborating with internal stakeholders and local health authorities to identify and mitigate workplace health risks. As a subject‑matter expert, you will offer essential guidance on occupational health, regulatory, and compliance matters, and serve as the primary point of contact for localizing health policies. Your leadership will shape how health programs are managed across Brazil by driving cross‑functional initiatives and partnering with a dynamic team of health professionals, keeping employees healthy and safe while strengthening key partnerships that are critical to our organizational success.
About The Team
The Global Medical & Health team is dedicated to driving excellence in occupational health and employee well‑being across our global organization. We collaborate across regions to design, implement, and oversee innovative health programs that support the diverse needs of our workforce while aligning with regulatory standards. Our mission is to foster a safe, healthy, and resilient work environment by integrating evidence‑based practices, leveraging data‑driven insights, and championing holistic health strategies. Joining our team means contributing to a global vision of unifying and advancing occupational health initiatives that make a measurable positive impact on employees’ health worldwide.
Basic Qualifications
Medical degree recognized in Brazil.
Current medical license (CRM registration) in Brazil.
Experience in communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal in Portuguese & English.
Specialization in Occupational Medicine as recognized by Brazilian medical authorities.
Experience in occupational health roles in Brazil.
In‑depth knowledge of Brazilian regulatory requirements including NR-1, NR-4, NR-5, and NR-7.
Experience coordinating PCMSO programs and ensuring compliance with Brazilian labor legislation.
Demonstrated ability to analyze health data and implement preventive measures.
Experience working with cross‑functional teams in a complex organizational structure.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or warehouse environments.
Advanced degree or additional specialization in public health, epidemiology, or related field.
Previous experience as SESMT coordinator in large organizations.
Experience implementing occupational health management systems that exceed minimum regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of data management systems for tracking occupational health metrics.
Experience managing relationships with third‑party medical service providers.
Familiarity with musculoskeletal disorder prevention programs.
Experience participating in or managing regulatory inspections or audits.
Background in developing health trend analyses and preventive action planning.
Project management skills with ability to drive cross‑functional initiatives.
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