At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver Human Factors assessments and influence safety decisions in major infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join Assystem, a global leader in accelerating the energy transition.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to innovative solutions.
- Why this job: Shape the future of nuclear safety and operational performance with your expertise.
- Qualifications: Experience in Human Factors or applied psychology, preferably in high hazard industries.
Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Every day, our 8,000+ switchers located in 14 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.
We are growing our Human Factors capability and are looking for experienced consultants to deliver HF assessment and advisory services across major infrastructure programmes. This role combines technical delivery with influence, embedding Human Factors into engineering, safety and operational decision making.
What You'll Do
- Deliver HF assessments across Safety Case, design and operational contexts
- Apply qualitative and quantitative HF methods proportionately
- Influence design decisions and safety arguments through HF insight
- Support hazard analysis, task analysis and human reliability activities
- Work across multidisciplinary teams and client organisations
- Communicate complex HF insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Why This Role Matters
HF is increasingly central to nuclear safety justification and operational performance. Opportunity to shape how HF is applied across major programmes. Exposure to complex, high hazard environments.
Qualifications
- Background in Human Factors, ergonomics or applied psychology
- Experience in nuclear or other high hazard industries (preferred)
- Strong understanding of HF methods and their practical application
- Ability to balance technical rigour with delivery needs
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and foster all forms of diversity within our company. Bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and the ability to dare are what matter most. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
Summary
- Type: Full-time
- Function: Engineering
- Experience level: Mid-Senior Level
- Industry: Management Consulting
Senior Safety & Risk Consultant - Human Factors in Olney employer: Assystem UK Ltd
Assystem UK Ltd is an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the nuclear sector, particularly in Bolton. With a strong focus on employee development, a competitive pension scheme, and flexible working options, Assystem fosters a collaborative work culture that empowers its team members to thrive in complex project environments while contributing to critical new build and SMR programmes.
