Industrial Engineer - Ergonomics and Human Factors

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer specialising in ergonomics to join our East London team. You will assess workplaces, design workstations, and implement strategies to reduce physical strain and improve safety and productivity.

You will apply human factors principles, develop training materials, and collaborate with safety officers and production managers to deliver ergonomic solutions across operations in East London.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Human Factors Engineering, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in industrial engineering with specialization in ergonomics or human factors.
• Knowledge of anthropometry, biomechanics, and principles of industrial hygiene.
• Experience with ergonomic assessment tools and techniques.
• Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with employees and management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ergonomic assessments of workstations and work processes to identify and mitigate risks.
• Design and recommend improvements to workstations, tools, and equipment to enhance safety and comfort.
• Apply human factors principles to optimize the interaction between humans and systems or products.
• Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on ergonomic best practices.
• Collaborate with safety officers, production managers, and employees to implement ergonomic solutions.
• Analyze injury data and incident reports to identify trends and areas requiring ergonomic intervention.

Skills

Ergonomics

Human factors

Observation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Ergonomic assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Industrial Engineer focused on ergonomics and human factors to join their team in East London . This role is critical for ensuring that workplaces, systems, and products are designed to optimize human well-being and overall system performance. You will assess workplaces, design workstations, and implement strategies to reduce physical strain, improve safety, and enhance productivity. This is a hands-on role focused on the physical environment of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ergonomic assessments of workstations and work processes to identify and mitigate risks.
• Design and recommend improvements to workstations, tools, and equipment to enhance safety and comfort.
• Apply human factors principles to optimize the interaction between humans and systems or products.
• Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on ergonomic best practices.
• Collaborate with safety officers, production managers, and employees to implement ergonomic solutions.
• Analyze injury data and incident reports to identify trends and areas requiring ergonomic intervention.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in industrial engineering with a specialization in ergonomics or human factors.
• Knowledge of anthropometry, biomechanics, and principles of industrial hygiene.
• Experience with ergonomic assessment tools and techniques.
• Strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with employees and management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to directly improve employee well-being and safety.
• Professional development and training in specialized ergonomic fields.
• Work within a supportive team in East London .
• Contribute to a safer and more productive work environment.