Media Health & Safety Supervisor (Field Based) at ERM West Inc in Marina Del REy, California

Job Description:

ERM is hiring experienced Media Health & Safety Supervisors to join our successful and rapidly growing team in Studio City, CA.                

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has affected the demand for increased media content development and production, we have identified the need for health and safety consultants experienced in Production and On-Set Safety to help our clients develop and implement safety guidelines and protocols to protect their workforce from potential health effects related to COVID-19 when resuming production.  This is a 2 year limited-term consulting role. 

ERM is a leading global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability services to world class leading companies. We have more than 160 offices in over 40 countries and territories employing more than 5,000 people who work on projects around the world. We invite you to join us in contributing to a progressive and sustainable future!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and evaluate COVID-19 guidelines and protocols applicable to our client’s location, including regulatory requirements and industry-specific guidelines.


• Spend time on-site and sets with clients throughout Southern California to help develop and implement safety guidelines and protocols to prevent the spread of disease, namely COVID-19.


• Assist in the evaluation of field shooting locations to evaluate the potential hazards/conditions that could negatively impact people and production.


• Direct the design and implementation of COVID-19-related health and safety programs for our clients that achieve and maintain compliance, and reduce the risk of spreading the disease.


• Work directly with Production Executives, Producers, Unit Production Managers, Assistant Directors, and other Production staff. Work with the Production team in the planning and execution phase of the projects.


• Respond to, and investigate Production and other COVID-19 related emergencies, incidents and accidents.


• Coordinate, develop and/or implement training for Production personnel to increase understanding of risks and protective measures.


• Maintain positive relationships with industry safety organizations and regulatory agencies for the facility.


• Build a network within and outside of ERM that will enable you to leverage your skills and solve challenging multi-disciplinary client challenges.


• Build client relationships and nurture repeat business by continuously striving to exceed their expectations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of professional EHS experience with a concentration in Production (filmed and live content capture) safety experience working for a studio, or other Production entity, or equivalent.


• Must have a thorough understanding of the motion picture and television Production process and the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) safety guidelines.


• BS/MS in Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related discipline.


• Must have extensive knowledge of federal, state and local health & safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, etc.). In depth understanding of Chapter 48 of the California Fire Code expected.


• Travel with a variety of clients is expected. You may be required to travel to other states or countries depending on the Production location, and investigate and comply the applicable regulations in these locations.


• Must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.


• Must have the ability to identify and respond rapidly to safety issues that could present themselves during the course of normal Production activities.


• Must have the ability to interact with regulatory agencies, company management, Productions and studio personnel in a professional manner.


• Must be a good team player with strong communications skills that can think fast on their feet, especially during challenging situations.


• Must have the ability to deal with ambiguity from clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.


• Must have the ability to work independently without direct management supervision.