Director, EHS

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

2h•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of EHS is assigned feature productions and ensures compliance with applicable company, federal, state, local, and international environmental, occupational safety, and health policies, rules, and regulations. The role also guides and supports EHS Managers handling safety oversight for their productions. The Director develops and administers production safety programs, communicates expectations across production teams, evaluates scripts and locations for potential hazards, and advises on production activities such as stunts and special effects. The position also oversees hazardous waste procedures, training, inspections, incident investigations, injury and illness records, regulatory reporting, and corrective actions. It collaborates with production teams, fellow EHS staff, outside safety representatives, and regulatory agencies, and contributes to the development and review of EHS policies and programs. This is a full-time, on-site role at an NBCUniversal-designated worksite. The employee must be willing to work in the Los Angeles, California office, work varied hours as needed, and travel domestically and internationally. The role requires climbing ladders and stairs and wearing fall protection or other PPE. Salary is $150,000–$180,000 per year, and the position is eligible for bonus and LTI.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience handling complex safety issues.
Demonstrated experience cultivating strong client relationships to achieve successful results.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be willing to work in the Los Angeles, California office.
Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
Must be willing and able to work varied hours as needed to meet EHS and production needs.
Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and wear fall protection or other PPE.
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Minimum 7 years of experience in EHS or relevant safety experience (listed under desired qualifications).
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and Adobe, and knowledge of Microsoft Access or other database software (listed under desired qualifications).
Strong project management and leadership skills, and a self-starter approach (listed under desired qualifications).
Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills (listed under desired qualifications).
Ability to interact with employees and management at all levels (listed under desired qualifications).
Good working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial hygiene practices, fire department codes, and stunt and special effects operations (listed under desired qualifications).
Must apply via nbcunicareers.com to be considered.

Nice To Haves

At least 7 years of experience in EHS or relevant safety experience.
Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CIH, OHST, or CHMM.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe; knowledge of Microsoft Access or other database software.
Self-starter with strong project management and leadership skills.
Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact with all levels of employees and management.
Good working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial hygiene practices, fire department codes, and stunt and special effects operations.

Responsibilities

Implement, maintain, and develop safety programs, policies, and procedures to support a safe and healthful work environment for production employees and guests.
Communicate EHS expectations to Production Executives, Production Management, cast, and crew.
Establish, administer, and enforce safe-practice programs for production personnel.
Ensure pre-lease inspections are conducted for potential production spaces and resolve identified EHS issues.
Review and break down assigned film scripts to identify potential EHS issues, including special effects, stunts, props, unusual activities, and hazardous locations.
Attend production tech scouts and meetings as needed to understand scheduled activities and provide safety guidance.
Prepare location safety memos covering general and location-specific safety concerns.
Establish and implement procedures for hazardous waste accumulation and disposal, and assist productions with compliance and timely submission of waste manifests.
Facilitate or conduct EHS testing at locations with potential hazards, including water and air quality testing, and coordinate abatement or encapsulation when needed.
Attend stunt rehearsals and special effects tests, provide EHS input, and be present during filming of stunts and effects as necessary.
Provide safety education and training to production crew, supervisors, and management on safe work practices, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
Establish safety committees on productions lasting more than one year or when required by regulations.
Provide EHS equipment or instruments when applicable, or identify sources from which they can be procured.
Review injury and illness paperwork processes with designated production contacts and medics to ensure forms are completed properly.
Promptly investigate accidents, incidents, significant events, and emergencies in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Review injury and illness logs and Benchmark ESG GenSuite records to ensure accurate entries, follow-up, closure verification, and timely resolution of audit, event, and inspection findings.
Analyze injury and illness data for trends and recommend programs or training to reduce workers’ compensation claims.
Promptly report serious injuries or incidents subject to regulatory reporting requirements to company management, including event details and follow-up schedules.
For reportable cases, work with Production Management, production representatives, and regulatory agencies to resolve identified safety issues.
Review production investigations and advise on changes needed to prevent recurrence and meet company and regulatory requirements.
Track equipment loaned to productions and ensure it is returned or replaced promptly.
For international productions using an outside safety advisor, work with the locally hired safety representative to ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
Assist in preparing injury and illness data for staff and executive meetings.
Maintain relevant training and personal certifications, and pursue additional certifications useful for advising productions on safety matters.
Attend industry meetings, including AMPTP and SAFFE, and share relevant information with the safety team.
Work with the EHS Senior Director to establish personal and departmental goals.
Collaborate with the EHS Senior Director and Managers to promote consistent application of company policies and assess their effectiveness across productions.
Participate in weekly EHS departmental meetings and discuss relevant team issues.
Interface with outside regulatory agencies as required, including fire departments and OSHA representatives.
Participate in reviewing existing EHS programs and developing new programs, policies, procedures, guidelines, and bulletins.
Represent NBCUniversal professionally to external organizations, peers, and employees.
Complete additional projects assigned by the Film EHS Senior Director.