Senior Manager, Production Safety (NYC/US) DET at The Walt Disney Company

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Media, Theatrical ProductionIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in production safety in media (TV, film, studio, or theatre), including team leadership and field safety operations
3+ years of leadership experience (director reporting) required
Proven ability to implement safety programs, manage audits, and lead incident investigations
Experience in technical writing and development of training materials
Strong knowledge of U.S. safety regulations including OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and environmental compliance
The ability to travel 25% both locally and internationally with short notice
Candidates are required to reside within a reasonable proximity to our office located at 7th Hudson Square, New York City

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Production Safety Managers in region
Provide mentorship, training, and performance oversight to safety staff
Develop a talent pool of Production Safety Advisors in region
Conduct regular site visits to ensure safety standards are upheld and productions remain on schedule
Support team members in prioritizing tasks across multiple concurrent projects
Oversee technical safety guidance during all phases of production: pre-prep, prep, shoot, and strike
Pilot new technologies to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact
Establish and monitor KPIs for safety and sustainability; provide updates to leadership
Implement safety policies and programs aligned with federal and local standards and regulations (e.g., OSHA, Cal/OSHA, FDNY)
Conduct and oversee field safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
Analyze audit findings and trends; develop action plans and training improvements
Ensure compliance with occupational hygiene, environmental regulations, and sustainability goals
Oversee delivery of safety inductions and training sessions for crew members
Ensure consistency in Injury, Illness, Prevention Program (IIPP) education and occupational health and safety training across productions
Support development of training materials and digital learning tools
Supervise the vetting and appointment of qualified safety advisors and technical consultants
Liaise with external safety, hygiene, and engineering resources as needed
Lead investigations and reporting of injuries and incidents
Interface with regulators and ensure proper documentation and follow-up
Partner with Studio Stakeholders such as Physical Production, Legal, Labor Relations, HR, Risk Management, and Governmental Affairs on safety-related matters
Liaise with landlords and facilities teams to understand site-specific safety needs
Represent TWDC in industry forums and regulatory engagements
Contribute to regional safety strategy in collaboration with the Director
Monitor production safety KPIs and ensure business continuity through risk control
Influence safety culture across all levels of production

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

OSHACal/OSHAFDNYrisk assessmentsafety auditsteam managementmentorshiptrainingcompliancesustainabilityKPIsoccupational hygieneenvironmental regulationssite visitspolicy implementation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What does this role supervise or manage?

The role supervises Production Safety Managers and Advisors, providing mentorship, training, and performance oversight to the safety staff while leading a team in the region.

Is this position remote or based in a specific location?

The position is based in NYC/US as indicated by the job title, with responsibilities including regional leadership and regular site visits across U.S. productions.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include leading regional safety teams, overseeing production safety and sustainability, implementing policies and ensuring compliance, delivering training, managing incidents, and collaborating cross-functionally.

What compliance standards must be followed in this role?

The role requires implementing safety policies aligned with federal and local standards such as OSHA, Cal/OSHA, FDNY, occupational hygiene, and environmental regulations.

What experience or skills make a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have leadership experience in production safety, knowledge of regulations like OSHA and Cal/OSHA, skills in team management, risk assessments, training delivery, and cross-functional collaboration in entertainment productions.