Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

iO Associates; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultants to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects across safety-critical systems, particularly in the Defence Nuclear sector. You'll be part of multidisciplinary teams, contributing to safety cases and applying your expertise in human reliability assessments. With a focus on career growth, flexible working options, and a culture of knowledge sharing, this position is perfect for those eager to deepen their understanding of Human Factors while making a significant impact. Join a workplace that values diversity and empowers individuals to thrive.

Benefits

Endless Career Growth

Flexible/Remote Working Options

Thriving Culture of Knowledge Sharing

Inclusive Employer

Qualifications

• Experience in high-hazard environments with engineering terminology.
• Familiarity with Human Factors methodologies and UK/international guidance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Safety Cases through Human-Based Safety Claims.
• Apply Human Reliability Assessment methods like THERP and HEART.

Skills

Human Factors Safety Assurance

Human Reliability Assessment

Task and Error Analysis

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Degree in Human Factors

Postgraduate Qualification in Psychology

Engineering Degree

Industrial Design Degree

Job description

Role: Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

Location: Bristol, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Derby, London, Manchester, Silchester

Position type: Permanent

Work pattern: Hybrid

We're looking for passionate Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultants to join our collaborative and innovative team. This is your chance to work across high-impact sectors, delivering Human Factors Integration (HFI) expertise into complex, safety-critical systems - primarily in the Defence Nuclear sector, with growing opportunities in other industries.

Why Join Us?

• Endless Career Growth: Diverse projects and acclaimed training programmes
• Flexible/Remote Working Options
• Thriving Culture of Knowledge Sharing and Innovation
• Inclusive Employer with pledges for Women's Equality and Disability Confident

Your Role briefly:

As a Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant, you'll work as part of multidisciplinary teams and also contribute individually to deliver high-quality project outcomes. Your focus will include:

• Contributing to Safety Cases through Human-Based Safety Claims
• Applying Human Reliability Assessment methods (e.g., THERP, HEART)
• Using your expertise in task and error analysis
• Supporting client relationships and business development
• Staying on the cutting edge of Human Factors standards and guidance

What You Bring:

• Curiosity and drive to deepen your understanding of Human Factors Safety Assurance
• Experience in high-hazard environments with familiarity in engineering terminology
• Working knowledge of relevant Human Factors methodologies and UK/international guidance
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills
• A degree or postgrad qualification in Human Factors, Psychology, Engineering, or Industrial Design
• CIEHF Registered Membership or working towards Chartership

Who We Are:

Our purpose is to engineer a better future. As part of our team, you'll benefit from a workplace that prioritises diversity, flexibility, and empowering individuals to thrive both professionally and personally.

We've signed the Women in Defence and Women in Aviation and Aerospace charters, and we're proud to be a Gold Award Military Friendly Employer. Our policies and networks support everyone - from day one.

Security Clearance:

This role may require UK Security Clearance. You'll need to have been resident in the UK for at least 5 years. We'll guide you through the process if needed.

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