Apt Resources is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Control professional to join their client's team at a prestigious Royal Family in Abu Dhabi. As a Quality Control specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring that all food production processes meet the highest quality standards and comply with regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement quality control processes and procedures to ensure compliance with international food safety standards
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of food production processes to identify any potential quality issues
• Monitor and enforce hygiene and sanitation practices in the kitchen production area
• Collaborate with the production team to address any quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of quality control activities
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in food quality control

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control, preferably in a kitchen production or hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of international food safety standards and regulations
• Certification in food safety and quality management is highly desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

The salary is AED 25K-35K All-in (Negotiable for suitable candidates). Tax-free

THE GROUP

Our suite of iconic tourism brands stretches across Australia’s beautiful coastline and deep into the heart of our continent’s rich landscape. We own and operate Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions (The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland), Rottnest Express, Cruise Whitsundays, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, Outback Spirit, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney and Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures.

THE BUSINESS

Outback Spirit Tours offers a range of unique adventure tours, desert safaris and luxury short stays across our beautiful country. Our adventures capture the very essence of Australia, from the rugged red cliffs of the Kimberley to the unspoiled natural wonder of Tasmania, we bring iconic experiences to life. We operate 9 lodges in some of the most remote, inaccessible and beautiful locations. Our team of guides, drivers, lodge and operations staff are passionate about the outdoors and take pride in bringing our guests on the adventure of a lifetime.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking a motivated and proactive Human Resource Coordinator to join the team on a permanent full-time basis. This is an office based opportunity working Monday to Friday with the flexibility to work from home on Fridays!

A valued member of the HR Operations team this is an opportunity to develop your HR career in a fast paced, challenging industry and work with a collaborative and supportive HR team.

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager, this role will provide support and assistance with the administration of the day-to-day operations of HR functions and duties. You will assist in the areas of recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, and general HR administration. You will establish and maintain high quality and timely work flow of the HR administration and coordination to enable effective performance of a wide range of HR functions, ensuring a high level of service to the team and the Outback Spirit business whilst maintaining complete confidentiality.

We can guarantee that no two days will be the same!

Key responsibilities

• Assist and support the recruitment and talent acquisition process by writing compelling job ads, advertising, reviewing and shortlisting candidates, conduct initial phone screening interviews and general candidate communications;
• Prepare contracts of employment and employment related correspondence;
• Ensure new starter documents for setting up new employees is complete and accurate;
• Provide guidance and support to leaders on onboarding and induction programs for new employees;
• Oversee probationary period reviews including audits, reminders and confirmations;
• Support leaders and employees with HR related queries in a supportive and timely manner;
• Work closely with the wider HR Team to support the businesses and collaboratively drive key HR initiatives/projects;
• Provide general support on a range of administrative and operational matters to ensure the effective running of HR;
• Provide key metric and general reporting to the Leadership team;
• Coordination and record keeping for key employee dates.

THE CANDIDATE

To be successful in this position you will have a flexible approach to day to day tasks while proactively meeting expected deadlines. You will be process-driven and able to operate calmly under pressure, whilst assisting the leadership team with making informed decisions and balance multiple competing priorities. You will be a self-motivated team player with a demonstrated positive "can-do" attitude with superior demonstrated skills in communication and organisation. You will love engaging with people and place huge value on showing empathy and kindness, even through the tough stuff.

You will be someone who is known for their:

• Analytical thinking with the ability to foresee effective solutions;
• Intermediate to advanced experience using multiple software systems & the Microsoft Suite;
• Faultless attention to detail;
• Persistence and resilient attitude;
• Impeccable personal integrity and pride;
• Proactive attitude towards tasks with ability to forward think;
• Problem solving and adaptable thinking strategies;
• Efficient, consistent, and professional through their work;
• An outstanding role model for other team members;
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous environment with strong self-motivation.

The successful candidate will have/be:

• Prior HR administration/coordinator experience;
• Experience in HRIS software and working within a HR environment, desirable;
• Strong computer skills with intermediate to advanced literacy in Microsoft Office products;
• Experience working within multiple systems which cross over;
• Experience working in hospitality/tourism business.

This is an amazing opportunity to work within an administrative capacity for a growing tourism business that will reward you well and value your contribution.

• Generous Travel discounts across the Journey Beyond Group;
• Study assistance Policy;
• Private Health discounts;
• Employee Assistance program;
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise.

HOW TO APPLY

We are currently only accepting applications of those residing in Australia with working rights. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for and you feel you have the right skills, experience and disposition then please apply now with a Cover Letter & Resume!

THE OPPORTUNITY:

As part of the continued growth and innovation of our Air Quality service, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced leader to join our global consulting firm as a Principal Consultant in Australia and become a true business leader in an organization with Sustainability at its heart.

We are looking for established professionals who are interested in being part of this thriving global community – outstanding individuals who combine strong desires around consulting and business development with a strong technical foundation – to foster and expand a network of excellent client relationships. We seek talented specialists to help us drive the continued growth of ERM’s business through selling and delivering world-class services, recruiting and developing our next generation of leaders, and further advancing our reputation for supporting development of some of the world’s most complex projects.

This is a Principal Level opportunity for an Air Quality Consultant looking to further his/her career in a global environmental/social leader that aims to lead the field in sustainability consulting. A career as an ERM Business Leader/Employee is unique. Our model offers unparalleled opportunities for consultants with ambition, vision and proven expertise, providing:

• The opportunity to contribute significantly to key decisions, including the overall strategic direction of our organization.

• Meaningful opportunity for equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards

• The ability to provide “thought leadership” on a wide range of technical and business issues impacting our core markets.

• An extension of ERM’s market position and reach with your established relationships to further drive our growth.

ROLE PROFILE:

• To support the successful delivery of ERM Australia Pacific Air Quality projects and objectives by:

• Initiating and leading sales efforts, including managing large, complex, multidisciplinary projects, proposal writing and delivery

• Project management experience with accountability for managing project risk and delivering performance

• Client engagement activity with a local network and recent business development successes

• Building effective working relationships within project team, discipline and business needs

• satisfaction/ Meet business financial targets, overall project budget and schedule, client expectations, and internal and contract requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 7 - 10 years' relevant experience in a consulting environment, with the following:

• Tertiary qualifications (or higher) in engineering, science, meteorology or chemistry

• Understanding of the regulatory requirements and relevant legislation

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships

• Strong initiative with the ability to work independently where required

• High level Excel skills including data manipulation

• Flexibility to conduct a variety of assessment and tackle complex problems using innovative solutions

• Project management experience with accountability for managing project risk and delivering performance

• Client engagement activity with a local network and recent business development successes

• Proven ability to complete projects within budget and on schedule

• A genuine desire to work with a great team and to mentor and develop your colleagues

• Experience in air quality dispersion modelling

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. 

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, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.

About the job

ERM is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Planner/ Consultant to be based in our Sydney or Newcastle office, to lead major projects approvals and environmental impact assessment processes, with a focus on renewables and major infrastructure projects. As a Senior Environmental Planner/Consultant, your leadership, client relationship, and technical consulting skills will support the growth of ERM’s business and client base. You will have access to ERM’s global Impact Assessment Technical Community, sharing multi-disciplinary resources and best practices across the industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader on both local and international projects.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Lead environmental impact assessment projects and complex approvals processes.

• Project manage multiple projects within scope and budget and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.

• Prepare technical proposals and participate in business development with existing clients.

• Mentor junior and mid-level consulting staff to develop their skill sets in the environmental impact assessments and approvals.

• Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar.

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in statutory planning and/or environmental approvals.

• Familiarity with Commonwealth and NSW environmental legislation and their application to facilitate the delivery of infrastructure projects.

• Broader experience in legislation of other jurisdictions, environmental management and stakeholder management would be viewed favourably.

• Well-developed team building and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address client and business needs and challenges.

• Solid experience building sustaining relationships with major clients.

• Excellent writing, communication, presentation, strategic thinking, and people skills.

• Authorisation to work in Australia.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

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, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.

ERM is seeking an EHS&S Management Information Systems (EMIS) Digital Consultant in Australia to join our global Digital Services business. At ERM, we offer a robust combination of deep EHS&S experience together with broad environmental management information solution expertise. Our EMIS services span the entire information management life cycle, from assisting clients with information solutions portfolio assessment, strategy, technology evaluation and planning, to designing, testing and implementing enterprise-wide systems and innovative technologies.

ERM has enduring values, which are fundamental to our business conduct. We are passionate about our people, their safety, well-being and development. ERMers take accountability, are client focused, and collaborate with colleagues across geographies.  If you share our values, believe in sustainability and are motivated by opportunities to shape, build, and contribute to a team that makes a real impact to our client’s businesses, ERM is the right place for you. We offer a flexible working environment and competitive salary.

As a Consultant on our team, you will be a valuable asset amongst a diverse team of professionals striving to address business growth, daily business operations and environmental issues. You will work within an environment that promotes proactive cooperation and motivates individuals to maintain a positive attitude in order to consistently deliver quality services and technical solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this client - facing role, you will support business leaders in the successful selection, configuration, implementation and sustainment of EHS and sustainability management information systems. You will also provide objective, independent advice on off-the-shelf or custom-built, third-party technologies and knowledge of the market presence of these technologies within our clients. (Training will be provided.) The successful candidate will have effective client communication skills and a passion for sustainability and technology, with an educational background in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Theoretical Business. Ideally, you will have successfully completed university courses that provided exposure to and experience with Environmental software or environmental studies in order to further develop a deep understanding of global EHS and sustainability business capabilities, regulatory requirements and best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate EHS&S Management Information Systems (EMIS) available on the market, including assisting clients with system requirements and software selection.
• Engage in all life cycle stages of project execution; Implement EMIS software for clients worldwide, assisting with system configuration, integration, training, rollout, support, maintenance, enhancement and improvements as required to meet overall business objectives of clients.
• Support consultant teams that configure/deploy environmental health, safety and sustainability solutions; specific activities include drafting and publishing system design documents, configuring technical specifications and components within the solution, analyzing/migrating data, and developing custom reports/dashboards and automated interfaces.  
• Participate in system support and training documentation teams, and prepare and present training to internal consultants and client system users.
• Apply functional and technical skill to configure EMIS software; serve as subject matter expert to provide escalation point for production issues.
• Map and analyze end-to-end business processes within third party and proprietary systems as well as integration with EHS&S Management Information Systems software, following formal IT guidelines.
• Facilitate management of change issues with the adoption of new information systems. 
• Serve as a power user of collaborative technology, and champion new and innovative business solutions within established and emerging technical architectures (i.e. Enablon, Intelex, Cority, SAI Global EHS 360, SAP EHSM, and other EHS&S software systems.)

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree holder in an environmental or technical field such as Environmental Sciences, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or Theoretical Business.
• Diversified information technology background and knowledge of EHS software, methodologies, domains and technology an advantage but not required. (Environmental Compliance, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Audit Management, Incident Management & Risk Assessment)
• Enablon, Intelex, Cority, SAI Global EHS 360, SAP EHSM, Sphera, or other EHS&S software systems knowledge and education/professional experience a plus but not required.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. 

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, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.

We are seeking experienced environmental impact assessment practitioners, from Principal Consultant to Technical Director level, to be based in our Melbourne office (hybrid working available).

You will play a leadership role in ensuring that major projects are developed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner, with a focus on renewable energy projects in both onshore and offshore environments. You will be supported by a large cohort of industry leading technical specialists and environmental professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead EIS/EES projects and approvals strategies on major projects, both offshore and onshore.
• Lead and manage a range of projects within scope and budget, and ensure team and stakeholder relationships are maintained to an exceptional standard. 
• Collaborate with technical team leads to develop and deliver superior outcomes for our clients.
• Support Account Directors in maintaining existing client relationships and develop strategies to pursue and win new business opportunities.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and mentor junior team members to develop their skills.

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:

• 10+ years’ experience in environmental planning and impact assessments, including 5+ years’ experience in environmental consulting – experience in marine and offshore environments highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in Commonwealth and Victorian environmental legislation and their application to the delivery of complex and major projects. Broader experience in other jurisdictions highly desirable.
• Excellent project management and project delivery skills, including budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, risk management, and communications.
• Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining excellent relationships with clients, stakeholders and teams.
• Tertiary degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning or a related discipline.
• Authorisation to work in Australia.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

ERM can accommodate flexible working arrangements, and provides quarterly Wellness Days, public holiday swaps, secondary carer’s leave, purchased leave options and study assistance.

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.

Offshore wind specialists – environmental impact assessments

We are seeking environmental impact assessment practitioners experienced in offshore wind projects, from Principal Consultant to Technical Director/Partner level, to be based in our Melbourne office (hybrid working available).

You will play a leadership role in ensuring that offshore wind and marine infrastructure projects are developed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. You will be supported by a large cohort of industry leading technical specialists and environmental professionals, including ERM’s Australian and Global Marine and Impact Assessment Technical Communities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead EIS/EES projects in marine environments and as an offshore wind specialist.
• Lead the design, mobilisation, fieldwork coordination and reporting for marine baseline studies, including being a key contributor to safety planning.
• Manage projects to scope and budget, and ensure team and stakeholder relationships are maintained to an exceptional standard. 
• Collaborate with technical team leads to develop and deliver superior outcomes for our clients.
• Support Account Directors in maintaining existing client relationships and develop strategies to pursue and win new business opportunities.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and mentor junior team members to develop their skills.

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:

• 10+ years’ experience in environmental planning and impact assessments on offshore projects, including 5+ years’ experience in environmental consulting – experience in Australia and internationally highly desirable.
• Excellent project management and project delivery skills, including budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, risk management, and communications.
• Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining excellent relationships with clients, stakeholders and teams.
• Tertiary degree in Marine Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Authorisation to work in Australia.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

ERM can accommodate flexible working arrangements, and provides quarterly Wellness Days, public holiday swaps, secondary carer’s leave, purchased leave options and study assistance.

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 seeking a Senior Project Manager in Australia to join our global Digital Services business. At ERM, we offer a robust combination of deep EHS&S experience together with broad Environmental Management Information Systems solution expertise. Our EMIS services span the entire information management life cycle, from assisting clients with information solutions portfolio assessment, strategy, technology evaluation and planning, to designing, testing and implementing enterprise-wide systems and innovative technologies.

ERM has enduring values, which are fundamental to our business conduct. We are passionate about our people, their safety, well-being and development. ERMers take accountability, are client focused, and collaborate with colleagues across geographies.  If you share our values, believe in sustainability and are motivated by opportunities to shape, build, and contribute to a team that makes a real impact to our client’s businesses, ERM is the right place for you. We offer a flexible working environment and competitive salary.

As a Senior Consultant on our team, you will be a valuable asset amongst a diverse team of professionals striving to address business growth, daily business operations and environmental issues. You will work within an environment that promotes proactive cooperation and motivates individuals to maintain a positive attitude in order to consistently deliver quality services and technical solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this client - facing role, you will apply strong Project Management skills and EHS&S subject matter knowledge to effectively support business leaders in the successful selection, configuration, implementation and sustainment of EHS and Sustainability Management Information Systems. As a Senior Consultant, you will also provide objective, independent advice on off-the-shelf or custom-built, third-party technologies and knowledge of the market presence of these technologies within our clients. The successful candidate will be an experienced IT professional with effective client communication skills and a successful track record in project management. Experience implementing EMIS software such as SAP EHSM, Enablon, SAI Global EHS 360, Intelex, Cority, or Sphera is preferred. You will demonstrate strong functional and technical skills along with a deep understanding of global EHS and sustainability business capabilities, regulatory requirements and project management best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates EHS&S Management Information Systems (EMIS) available on the market, including assisting clients with system requirements and software selection.
• Manages EHS&S Management Information Systems software implementation projects for industrial/corporate clients worldwide, assisting with project management, system configuration, integration, training, rollout, support, maintenance, enhancements, and improvements to meet overall business objectives of clients.
• Oversees all aspects of projects related to the scope, schedule, budget, quality, and delivery. Consults and collaborates with clients to set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and summarize progress of projects.
• Leads consultant teams that configure/deploy environmental health, safety and sustainability solutions; specific activities include drafting and publishing system design documents, configuring technical specifications and components within the solution, analyzing/migrating data, and developing custom reports/dashboards and automated interfaces.  
• Serves as subject matter expert to provide escalation point for production issues.
• Maps and analyzes end-to-end business processes within third party and proprietary systems as well as integration with EHS&S Management Information Systems software, following formal IT guidelines.
• Engages in system support and training documentation teams, prepares and presents training to internal consultants and client system users.
• Facilitates management of change issues with the adoption of new information systems. 
• Serves as a power user of collaborative technology, and champion new and innovative business solutions within established and emerging technical architectures (i.e. Enablon, SAI Global EHS 360, Intelex, Cority, or Sphera.)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Management Information Systems.
• 5 - 10+ years of relevant work experience in an EHS related field.
• Strong knowledge of project management best practices.
• Diversified information technology experience and sound knowledge of EHS software, methodologies, domains and technology required. (Environmental Compliance, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, Occupational Health, Occupational Hygiene, Audit Management, Incident Management & Risk Assessment)
• EHS&S Management Information Systems configuration and implementation knowledge or experience with one or more of the following software systems preferred: Enablon, SAI Global EHS 360, Intelex, Cority, Sphera, or SAP EHSM.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. 

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, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.