Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant, where your expertise will shape safety-critical systems in diverse sectors, especially Defence Nuclear. This permanent role offers a hybrid work pattern, allowing you to thrive in a collaborative environment that prioritizes innovation and knowledge sharing. With endless career growth opportunities and a commitment to inclusivity, you'll be part of a team dedicated to engineering a better future. If you're passionate about Human Factors and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Endless Career Growth

Flexible/Remote Working Options

Thriving Culture of Knowledge Sharing

Inclusive Employer with Women's Equality Pledge

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Contributing to Safety Cases through Human-Based Safety Claims.
• Applying Human Reliability Assessment methods in project work.

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

Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant, Bristol

Client:

iO Associates

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

01.05.2025

Job Description:

Role: Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

Position type: Permanent

Work pattern: Hybrid

We are seeking passionate Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultants to join our collaborative and innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to work across high-impact sectors, delivering Human Factors Integration (HFI) expertise into complex, safety-critical systems—primarily in the Defence Nuclear sector, with expanding 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 Confidence

Your Role briefly:

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

• Contributing to Safety Cases through Human-Based Safety Claims
• Applying Human Reliability Assessment methods (e.g., THERP, HEART)
• Utilizing expertise in task and error analysis
• Supporting client relationships and business development
• Staying updated with Human Factors standards and guidance

What You Bring:

• Curiosity and motivation to deepen your understanding of Human Factors Safety Assurance
• Experience in high-hazard environments with familiarity in engineering terminology
• Knowledge of relevant Human Factors methodologies and UK/international guidance
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills
• A degree or postgraduate 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. We prioritize diversity, flexibility, and empowering individuals to thrive both professionally and personally.

We have signed the Women in Defence and Women in Aviation and Aerospace charters and are 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. Applicants need to have been resident in the UK for at least 5 years. Guidance will be provided throughout the process if needed.