Joby Aviation

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager

Job Locations US-CA-Marina
ID
2025-4179
Category
Safety
Type
Regular Full-Time

Joby 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. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager to support the daily operations of our EH&S team and ensure the health and safety of our workforce at our growing Marina, CA site. This role involves providing leadership, 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 position is based in Marina, CA, with periodic travel to other local Joby sites.

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.
  • Lead and 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.
  • Lead, coach, and support EHS team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to work evening hours when needed.

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Management,  Physical Sciences, Industrial Hygiene or a related technical field.
  • 5+ 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

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $106,300 - $141,700/year. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

 

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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