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Health and Safety Consultant green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS. Demand for qualified safety professionals in construction, manufacturing, and industrial sectors makes this role a strong candidate for employer-sponsored permanent residency.
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ERM is hiring a motivated hands-on Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant to provide onsite support with our key technology client in Sunnyvale, California. This is a full-time role (40 hours a week) limited-term role with a duration of 1 year, extendable.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing and supporting implementation of Cal/OSHA requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis/ Risk Assessments, Emergency Response Plans, Behavioral Safety Programs and Contractor Safety Management. Candidates should also have familiarity with research laboratory safety requirements, waste management (hazardous, non-hazardous, universal/electronic), environmental reporting (HMBPs), and chemical safety requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Perform compliance audits to assess client compliance with applicable health and safety or environmental regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.
- Support our clients’ desire to improve safety performance by providing training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.
- Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings.
- Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance and EHS management system projects on a range of areas such as R&D laboratory safety, chemical safety, machine guarding, laser safety, robotics safety, hazardous materials use/storage/waste, EHS auditing.
- Develop and implement EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
- Manage tasks within the assigned scope/budget/schedule and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
- Build client relationships and nurture repeat business by continuously striving to exceed their expectations.
- Support ERM Partners and Project Managers to effectively manage and deliver projects.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS in engineering, environmental science, occupational health and safety, or related discipline preferred.
- At least 2 years of applicable experience providing EHS support with an emphasis on health and safety.
- Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and being able to re-prioritize tasks as-needed.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
For the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant position, the anticipated annual base pay is $78,240 – $98,577 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
INTRODUCTION
ERM is hiring a motivated hands-on Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant to provide onsite support with our key technology client in Sunnyvale, California. This is a full-time role (40 hours a week) limited-term role with a duration of 1 year, extendable.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing and supporting implementation of Cal/OSHA requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analysis/ Risk Assessments, Emergency Response Plans, Behavioral Safety Programs and Contractor Safety Management. Candidates should also have familiarity with research laboratory safety requirements, waste management (hazardous, non-hazardous, universal/electronic), environmental reporting (HMBPs), and chemical safety requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Perform compliance audits to assess client compliance with applicable health and safety or environmental regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.
- Support our clients’ desire to improve safety performance by providing training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.
- Identify follow-up corrective actions to close audit findings.
- Provide technical assistance on EHS compliance and EHS management system projects on a range of areas such as R&D laboratory safety, chemical safety, machine guarding, laser safety, robotics safety, hazardous materials use/storage/waste, EHS auditing.
- Develop and implement EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
- Manage tasks within the assigned scope/budget/schedule and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.
- Build client relationships and nurture repeat business by continuously striving to exceed their expectations.
- Support ERM Partners and Project Managers to effectively manage and deliver projects.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS in engineering, environmental science, occupational health and safety, or related discipline preferred.
- At least 2 years of applicable experience providing EHS support with an emphasis on health and safety.
- Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and being able to re-prioritize tasks as-needed.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
For the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant position, the anticipated annual base pay is $78,240 – $98,577 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (vacation, sick, and floating holidays), parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k), and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Health and Safety Consultant
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
If you hold a bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, or a related field plus five years of progressive safety experience, you qualify for EB-2. A bachelor's alone with less experience puts you in EB-3. Document this distinction before you start applying, because it determines your PERM category and filing strategy.
Target industries with high PERM filing history
Construction, oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and logistics regularly sponsor Health and Safety Consultants through PERM. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify which Standard Occupational Classification codes cover your specialty, then focus your outreach on employers in those sectors who have a documented pattern of sponsoring this role.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history for safety and compliance roles, searchable by city and occupation. Start your job search there to avoid spending time on employers who have never filed PERM, which is the most common reason qualified candidates stall in the application process.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment audit before your offer
PERM requires your employer to run a 60-day recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. Before accepting an offer, ask HR whether they've run PERM before and whether they have outside counsel. Employers new to the process often underestimate the documentation burden, which can delay your priority date by months.
Verify your prevailing wage tier early in negotiations
DOL assigns a prevailing wage Level I through IV based on your duties and experience. For Health and Safety Consultants, employers frequently undervalue the role and file at Level I, which can trigger audits. Cross-reference your offer against the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and geographic area before your salary is finalized.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same-or-similar occupation without restarting PERM. Confirm both conditions with your new employer's immigration counsel before giving notice.
Green Card Health and Safety Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Health and Safety Consultant roles?
Most Health and Safety Consultant positions qualify under EB-2 or EB-3. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in occupational safety or a related field. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of skilled work experience. Your employer's counsel determines the category before filing PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status, typically granted in three-year increments. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement. The PERM process, which requires a Department of Labor prevailing wage determination and a 60-day recruitment test, is unique to employment-based green cards and has no equivalent in H-1B filings. Processing timelines and priority date backlogs also differ significantly by country of birth.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for safety professionals?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Health and Safety Consultant roles, searchable by location and occupation type. Focusing on employers who have completed PERM filings before is the fastest way to find organizations with the HR infrastructure and legal counsel to sponsor your permanent residency without delays.
Does the PERM process look different for safety consultant roles compared to other professional jobs?
PERM for Health and Safety Consultants follows the same DOL recruitment and prevailing wage framework as other professional roles, but the job description must accurately reflect your duties under the correct SOC code. Vague or overly broad duty statements are a common audit trigger. Employers in high-hazard industries like construction or chemical manufacturing often have prior PERM experience with this occupation, which speeds the process.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 petition has already been approved by USCIS, your priority date can be transferred to a new employer's I-140, so you don't lose your place in line. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you accept a position in the same or a similar occupation without your new employer restarting PERM from scratch.