Senior/Principal Human Factors Consultant
Location: Warrington (Hybrid)
About the Role
A leading consultancy is expanding its Human Factors (HF) team and seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Human Factors Consultant to join its Risk division. This is a dynamic opportunity to lead and deliver impactful Human Factors projects across various sectors while helping to grow and develop a high-performing team.
Your Impact
As a Senior Human Factors Consultant, you will take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and to a high standard. You will play a key role in mentoring junior staff, enhancing team capability, and contributing to technical innovation and business development.
Key Responsibilities
Scope and deliver complex, proportionate Human Factors assessments
Manage small project teams and support project integration
Provide technical direction and drive continuous improvement
Contribute to the development of safety cases and design projects
Mentor and train junior consultants
Apply industry-standard HF methods and best practices
Typical tasks include:
Operational claim identification and substantiation
Human Factors design support
Integration management for HF across projects
Safety assessment support
Human error identification and analysis
Requirement derivation and management
HF verification and validation
Resolution of operational issues
About You
Essential:
Extensive experience delivering Human Factors support in the nuclear or high-hazard sectors
Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, Industrial Design, or a related field
Chartered or working toward chartership with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEHF)
Strong technical report writing and communication skills
Detailed understanding of UK regulations and standards in HF
Familiarity with regulatory regimes and experience interacting with regulators
Willingness to travel and work on client sites
UK residency and eligibility for security clearance
What's in It for You?
Access to ILM-accredited leadership & management development programmes
Opportunities for career progression through structured learning pathways
Hybrid working and flexible hours tailored to support work-life balance
Supportive team culture and a collaborative, forward-thinking environment
Next Steps
The selection process typically involves a two-stage interview, either virtually via MS Teams or at a regional office.
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