Production Safety Manager NYC

Production Safety Manager NYC We are looking for a Production Safety Manager to ensure the safe execution of film and television productions under Disney's Occupational Health & Safety Program. The role is based in the United States and provides technical guidance, conducts risk assessments, ensures compliance with federal, state (including Cal/OSHA), and local health and safety regulations, and collaborates with production teams and safety consultants. Position Summary Reporting to the Senior Manager of Production Safety, this Manager links corporate safety policies with operational practices and ensures safety measures are integrated throughout all production activities. Responsibilities Production Safety & Sustainability Operations Provide technical safety guidance during all phases: pre-prep, prep, shoot, and strike. Conduct field safety audits and inspections of sets, workshops, and construction areas. Support third‑party safety advisors in developing and implementing safety programs. Integrate sustainability practices into production departments (transportation, costumes, set design) and pilot new technologies to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. Assist in establishing KPIs, track progress, and provide department‑level updates to ensure transparency regarding safety and sustainability goals. Prioritize tasks across multiple concurrent projects. Partner and communicate with the global safety team; final outcomes for manager review. Training & Orientation Deliver safety inductions and training sessions for crew members, including IIPP education. Facilitate occupational health and safety training (PPE, tool use, equipment inspections, etc.). Risk Assessment & Compliance Create and review risk assessments for potentially hazardous activities such as stunts, SPFX, and rigging. Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and other applicable U.S. safety regulations. Advisor & Vendor Coordination Assist productions in vetting and appointing qualified safety advisors and technical consultants. Liaise with external safety, hygiene, and engineering resources as needed. Incident Management & Reporting Investigate and report injuries and incidents. Interface with regulators and ensure proper documentation and follow‑up. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of experience conducting field safety audits, safety inductions, and risk assessments in film/TV production or related field. Experience with occupational hygiene, environmental compliance, and sustainability. Experience facilitating training for crews and teams. Ability to travel domestically up to 20%. Candidate must live within commuting distance of 7 Hudson, NYC and be onsite 4 days a week. Experience managing or overseeing a crew or team. Knowledge of digital systems such as AirTable, Microsoft Suite, LMS, and/or project management tools. Effective PowerPoint/deck building and communication skills. Certification/knowledge in OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and U.S. safety regulations. Preferred Qualifications Skillset in technical writing and development of PowerPoints for presentations and training materials. Certifications: CIH, CSP, ARM, or equivalent. Education Bachelor’s Degree Preferred Education Bachelor’s degree or technical management, engineering, safety, or film/TV production. The hiring range for this position at 7th Hudson NYC is $132,800 to $178,000 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on geographic region, knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be included as part of the compensation package, together with medical, financial, and other benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr