Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Human Factors Safety Assurance Consultant to join its dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects in the Defence Nuclear sector, utilizing your expertise in Human Factors Integration. You'll engage in multidisciplinary teams, contribute to safety cases, and apply advanced Human Reliability Assessment methods. With a focus on career growth and a thriving culture of knowledge sharing, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in safety-critical systems. Join us and help engineer a better future while enjoying flexible working options.

Benefits

Endless Career Growth

Flexible/Remote Working Options

Thriving Culture of Knowledge Sharing

Inclusive Employer Policies

Qualifications

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

Interpersonal Communication

Task and Error Analysis

Education

Degree in Human Factors

Postgraduate Qualification in Psychology

Engineering Degree

Industrial Design Degree

Job description

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 Confidence

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 flexibility and empowers 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 in the UK for at least 5 years. We'll guide you through the process if needed.

Please apply or share your updated CV, and I will call you.