E-3 Visa Production Manager Jobs
Production Manager roles in U.S. manufacturing, film, and operations qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations when tied to a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian professionals can secure sponsorship without entering an H-1B lottery, and your two-year E-3 visa status renews indefinitely as long as you hold a qualifying offer.
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In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world.
The Environment Health & Safety team at Apple is growing and we are looking for an upbeat, dedicated and flexible professional to join a team committed to protecting the environment, health, and safety of our employees, customers and the global communities where we operate, while supporting our partners in their mission to develop amazing products.
We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and highly motivated EHS Content & Events Production Lead to provide dedicated EHS oversight for Apple's expanding storytelling - including World-Wide Events, Conference and Events Services, Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams - driving in-person engagement with producing Business Unit (BU) leaders. You are a self-starter who works independently, anticipates the needs of the team, seeks out improvement opportunities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of the culture, business practices, needs, and workflow across music, television/streaming, sports, and experiential event production. The role reports to the Manager, Content and Events Production EHS.
DESCRIPTION
As an EHS Content & Events Production Lead, you will manage the environmental, health, and safety programs for events and content productions across Apple's Services division, anticipating and mitigating risk from concept through load-out. You will work closely with Business Unit leaders and producers across Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams to embed safety into every phase of production and to drive a strong, proactive safety culture.
Responsibilities
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Implement and manage corporate EHS compliance programs - including Construction Safety, Confined Space Entry, Hazard Communication, Hot Work, Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Hazardous Materials & Waste Management, and fire/life safety systems - to meet or exceed regulatory requirements, and perform regular inspections and audits.
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Evaluate productions and events for safety and environmental risk across all phases - from concepts, scripts, pitches, plan of records and run-of-show plans through planning, execution, and on-site sets, stages, and locations - and recommend and assist with corrective actions.
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Provide dedicated onsite compliance oversight for load-in, execution, and load-out of Apple TV, Music Live events, MARCOM and other high-touch activations and production.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Facilities, Security, Risk Management) and Business Unit leaders across Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams.
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Respond to and investigate production emergencies, incidents, accidents, injuries, and illnesses, and support Occupational Health in managing Workers' Compensation cases.
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Prepare and submit OSHA, EPA, and local compliance reports and permits, and manage EHS consulting services and Production Safety Representatives.
-
Drive value by improving safety culture through increased training and awareness, facility improvements, and injury reduction, and coordinate employee EHS training across supported Business Units.
-
Develop and distribute production/event safety guidelines, and lead and mentor other production safety professionals in skills development and effectiveness - sustaining a consistent cadence of support for the drumbeat of Apple TV premieres, junkets, Awards, and Festivals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum 5-7+ years' experience in fire/life safety, safety and environmental affairs management
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7+ years of experience in production, EHS, or a combination in related fields
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Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
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Good understanding of music, television/streaming, sports, and large-scale experiential event production processes, including organizational structure, terminology, equipment, and construction methods
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Knowledge of applicable Federal, regional, and local fire/life safety, health & safety, and environmental regulations (Fire Codes, OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, etc.) and experience acquiring associated permits
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Certifications / Special Training: ASSP Certificated Safety Professional; Certified Asbestos Building Inspector; OSHA 40-hr Certified - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response; OSHA Certified Fall Protection Competent Person
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's Degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, science, or relevant field
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ABIH Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
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Experience supporting music events/concerts, television premieres, awards shows, festivals, sports events, or large-scale experiential activations
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Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of personnel including client BU leaders
-
Team player able to supervise several projects in a fast-paced environment
-
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and respond accordingly, including after hours for urgent matters
-
Ability to be discreet and handle confidential information
-
Proficiency in Mail, Calendar, Numbers, Keynote, Box, Airtable, and other collaboration tools.
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $140,700 and $211,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
INTRODUCTION
In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world.
The Environment Health & Safety team at Apple is growing and we are looking for an upbeat, dedicated and flexible professional to join a team committed to protecting the environment, health, and safety of our employees, customers and the global communities where we operate, while supporting our partners in their mission to develop amazing products.
We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and highly motivated EHS Content & Events Production Lead to provide dedicated EHS oversight for Apple's expanding storytelling - including World-Wide Events, Conference and Events Services, Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams - driving in-person engagement with producing Business Unit (BU) leaders. You are a self-starter who works independently, anticipates the needs of the team, seeks out improvement opportunities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of the culture, business practices, needs, and workflow across music, television/streaming, sports, and experiential event production. The role reports to the Manager, Content and Events Production EHS.
DESCRIPTION
As an EHS Content & Events Production Lead, you will manage the environmental, health, and safety programs for events and content productions across Apple's Services division, anticipating and mitigating risk from concept through load-out. You will work closely with Business Unit leaders and producers across Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams to embed safety into every phase of production and to drive a strong, proactive safety culture.
Responsibilities
-
Implement and manage corporate EHS compliance programs - including Construction Safety, Confined Space Entry, Hazard Communication, Hot Work, Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Hazardous Materials & Waste Management, and fire/life safety systems - to meet or exceed regulatory requirements, and perform regular inspections and audits.
-
Evaluate productions and events for safety and environmental risk across all phases - from concepts, scripts, pitches, plan of records and run-of-show plans through planning, execution, and on-site sets, stages, and locations - and recommend and assist with corrective actions.
-
Provide dedicated onsite compliance oversight for load-in, execution, and load-out of Apple TV, Music Live events, MARCOM and other high-touch activations and production.
-
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Facilities, Security, Risk Management) and Business Unit leaders across Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Sports, PR, Marketing, and Experiential teams.
-
Respond to and investigate production emergencies, incidents, accidents, injuries, and illnesses, and support Occupational Health in managing Workers' Compensation cases.
-
Prepare and submit OSHA, EPA, and local compliance reports and permits, and manage EHS consulting services and Production Safety Representatives.
-
Drive value by improving safety culture through increased training and awareness, facility improvements, and injury reduction, and coordinate employee EHS training across supported Business Units.
-
Develop and distribute production/event safety guidelines, and lead and mentor other production safety professionals in skills development and effectiveness - sustaining a consistent cadence of support for the drumbeat of Apple TV premieres, junkets, Awards, and Festivals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-
Minimum 5-7+ years' experience in fire/life safety, safety and environmental affairs management
-
7+ years of experience in production, EHS, or a combination in related fields
-
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
-
Good understanding of music, television/streaming, sports, and large-scale experiential event production processes, including organizational structure, terminology, equipment, and construction methods
-
Knowledge of applicable Federal, regional, and local fire/life safety, health & safety, and environmental regulations (Fire Codes, OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, etc.) and experience acquiring associated permits
-
Certifications / Special Training: ASSP Certificated Safety Professional; Certified Asbestos Building Inspector; OSHA 40-hr Certified - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response; OSHA Certified Fall Protection Competent Person
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Bachelor's Degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, science, or relevant field
-
ABIH Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
-
Experience supporting music events/concerts, television premieres, awards shows, festivals, sports events, or large-scale experiential activations
-
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of personnel including client BU leaders
-
Team player able to supervise several projects in a fast-paced environment
-
Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and respond accordingly, including after hours for urgent matters
-
Ability to be discreet and handle confidential information
-
Proficiency in Mail, Calendar, Numbers, Keynote, Box, Airtable, and other collaboration tools.
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $140,700 and $211,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Production Manager
Align your degree to the role
U.S. consular officers assess whether your qualification directly supports production management. A degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain strengthens your case more than a general business degree paired with experience alone.
Target employers with active LCA history
Companies that have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for production or operations roles already understand the E-3 process. DOL's OFLC disclosure data lets you verify which employers have sponsored similar titles before approaching them.
Request a specialty occupation job description
Ask your prospective employer to draft a job description that specifies a bachelor's degree in a relevant field as a formal requirement, not a preference. 'Preferred' language can create problems at the consulate and undermine your specialty occupation classification.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and paperwork
The LCA must be certified by DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so nothing stalls your start date while your employer focuses on onboarding.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment before the offer
E-Verify enrollment is not required for standard E-3 sponsorship, but some large employers mandate it internally. Knowing your employer's status early prevents last-minute compliance surprises that can delay your I-9 and first day.
Prepare for consulate questions about your management scope
Officers at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth frequently ask production managers to describe team size, budget authority, and operational oversight. Bring documentation that shows your direct reports, P&L responsibility, or project scale to substantiate your title.
E-3 Visa Production Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Production Manager jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title and see employers who have a history of sponsoring Australian workers, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Production Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain management. Roles that accept any degree, or treat a degree as optional, are harder to qualify. The key is that the job description must establish a direct relationship between the degree field and the duties performed.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Production Manager positions?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply as soon as you have a job offer and a certified LCA. H-1B requires entering a randomised lottery in April with no guarantee of selection. For Australian production managers, the E-3 is a direct path rather than a chance-based one, and it renews in two-year increments indefinitely.
Can I change employers or move into a senior role while on an E-3?
Yes, but each new position requires a fresh LCA and a new visa application or change of status. If your role expands significantly, such as moving from Production Manager to Director of Operations, your employer should file a new LCA reflecting the updated title and wage level to keep your status consistent with your actual duties.