EHS Manager (Contract)

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

We are seeking a Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) professional to support the daily operations of our EH&S team and ensure the health and safety of our workforce at our Santa Cruz office. This role involves providing technical support, and hands-on field work—including safety walkthroughs, environmental audits, sample collection, training sessions, and meeting coordination. The EH&S Manager will help drive regulatory compliance, enhance employee morale, strengthen customer satisfaction, and support the company’s strategic growth goals. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, demonstrate strong presentation skills and sound professional judgment, and thrive in a fast-paced, growing organization. A positive, self-directed attitude and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs are essential to this role. This is a temporary/contract position for 3-4 months is based in Santa Cruz, CA.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of Joby’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Safety Management Systems (SMS) to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Set and execute strategies to achieve or exceed EHS performance objectives, proactively manage risk, and drive a strong safety culture across operations.
• Partner with operations, manufacturing, and facilities leadership to align EHS goals, monitor progress, and ensure accountability at all levels.
• Oversee contractor, vendor, and service provider compliance, ensuring safe work practices and adherence to Joby’s EHS standards.
• Support EHS Lead with engagement with regulatory agencies and industry organizations to maintain compliance, resolve issues, and strengthen collaborative relationships.
• Direct EHS audits, inspections, and hazard assessments; identify gaps and ensure corrective actions are implemented to mitigate risk.
• Review operational processes and equipment designs to assess potential safety and health hazards, recommending engineering and administrative controls where necessary.
• Support development and delivery of EHS training programs (HAZCOM, confined space, ergonomics, electrical safety, respiratory protection, etc.), ensuring training is effective, accessible, and meets regulatory requirements.
• Support site Safety Committees, promoting workforce engagement and accountability in safety initiatives.
• Support oversight of regulatory reporting systems and record management, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to federal, state, and local agencies.
• Support incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and corrective actions are completed.
• Monitor, track, and report EHS performance metrics, leveraging data to identify trends, drive improvements, and report results to leadership.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Visual Management, Kaizen) to integrate safety into operational excellence.
• Manage and support cross-functional EHS projects and initiatives, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned with Joby’s strategic objectives.
• Ability to work evening hours when needed.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Management,  Physical Sciences, Industrial Hygiene or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of progressive EHS experience, with increasing responsibility in relevant roles.
• Experience leading and managing people.
• Proven background in manufacturing environments including job hazard analysis of routine and non-routine tasks, laboratory safety management, site inspections, hazardous waste management, and compliance documentation.
• Experience developing, designing, and delivering EH&S training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Machine Guarding, Electrical Safety, and Hazard Communication (HazCom).
• Demonstrated expertise in risk assessments, including preparation of Job Hazard Analyses and Ergonomic Assessments.Preferred: Experience in management system implementation.

Desired

• Experience implementing behavioral based safety (BBS) programs.
• Experience in environmental programs: RCRA, Storm Water and SPCC.
• CSP, ASP, MPH, P.E., CIH or CHMM.

Additional Information

This is a temporary role, anticipated to last 3-4 months. The target base pay for this position is $42 - $75/hour. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

 

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer