Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role focuses on delivering Human Factors Integration solutions in high-hazard environments, particularly within Defence programmes. You will apply your expertise to support engineering projects, safety cases, and system development lifecycles. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills, along with relevant educational qualifications. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical safety assessments and engage with clients while developing your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Human Factors safety assessment in high-hazard environments.
• Knowledge of Human Reliability methods and HFI standards.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to Human-Based Safety Claims and Reliability Assessments.
• Engaging in client liaison and supporting business development.

Skills

Human Factors Safety Assessment

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Client Liaison

Education

Degree in Human Factors

Postgraduate Qualification in Psychology

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Industrial Design

Job description

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Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant, Bristol

Client:

Advanced Resource Managers

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

About the Company - My Client is seeking a technically proficient Human Factors Safety Consultant to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team delivering cutting-edge Human Factors Integration (HFI) solutions within high-hazard, complex socio-technical systems. This role will focus on Defence programmes, to support where Human Factors support is growing in demand. You will work both independently and within multi-disciplinary teams, applying your expertise to support engineering programmes, safety cases, and system development lifecycles.

Key Responsibilities: - Contributing to Human-Based Safety Claims, Human Reliability Assessments (e.g., task analysis, HEART, THERP), and applying UK and international Human Factors standards. Engaging in client liaison, supporting business development through technical input to bids, and contributing to the internal Human Factors knowledge base. Occasional travel to client sites or other regional offices may be required.

About the Role: - Experience delivering Human Factors safety assessment in high-hazard environments in the Defence sector. A desire to further develop your knowledge and experience in this area if recent to this area of expertise. Familiarity with engineering terminology and safety case development. Knowledge of Human Reliability methods and relevant HFI standards/guidelines. Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Degree or postgraduate qualification in Human Factors, Psychology, Engineering, or Industrial Design. Working toward or holding CIEHF Registered/Chartered status. Choice of locations around the UK available.