Freelance Event Health & Safety Managers (HSSE), (U.S. Based)- Washington DC project

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture‑defining, never‑before‑seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting‑edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics. Position Purpose We are seeking great Freelance Event Health & Safety Managers (HSSE), (U.S. Based) for upcoming work in the Washington DC area July to November 2026. Candidates should be able to be on ground in Washington DC for the entire project duration July to November 2026 (travel and accommodations provided). This application is not for full‑time employment. Responsibilities Developing, consulting, and approval of HSSE departmental planning documents and policies. Development of crowd management and guest flow best practices. Develop the Event Control plan and oversee the Event Control (EC) vendor, understanding the unique requirements and stakeholders for each event. Develop, distribute, and track RFPs for the HSSE department including but not limited to: security, health and safety, medical, security screening technology, and CCTV. Work closely with HSSE leadership to track finances and follow procurement/finance policies and procedures. Represent the HSSE department on the ground during build, show, and break. Attending project meetings and working with project leader to deliver a safe and secure show, inline with the current strategies set in place for the HSSE department. Creating and collating post‑event report and reporting back to the leadership team. Other tasks as required. This role in particular does have fluidity to it and may vary based on project needs. Position Requirements Bachelors degree and Prior HSSE Manager festival experience at the national or international level. Evaluate approaches and discover efficiencies. Strategize, meet and devise plans with executives and core team members. Formulate strategy and direction. Play a key role in communications with all stakeholders and all departments. Ensure legal and contractual documents are correct. Guarantee communication paths are frequent and open. Enforce policies & procedures. Ensure that all work conforms to pre‑established specifications & standards of TAIT. Take initiative, multi‑task, and work positively in a fast‑paced environment. Work with discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and tact in high‑pressure settings. Demonstrate a sense of urgency & act responsively. Work independently as well as within a team environment. Supremely organized, detail‑oriented, and thorough. TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr TAIT