At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify ergonomic risks and develop solutions to enhance workplace efficiency.
- Company: Join a leading Defence and Aerospace company focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £33.44ph and a 12-month contract.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth in a thriving industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on human health and manufacturing systems.
- Qualifications: Degree in Ergonomics/Human Factors and experience in risk assessment.
The predicted salary is between 33.44 - 33.44 £ per hour.
12 month contract
Based in Broughton
Offering £33.44ph Inside IR35
Do you have experience identifying ergonomics risk factors in the workplace? Do you have experience in a manufacturing/industrial engineering environment? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!
As the Ergonomist, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.
You will be involved in:
- Increase efficiency and minimise the negative impact of the work packages on both the human and the manufacturing systems
- Influence product development in line with 'design for manufacture' principles
- Develop and drive strategic plans for ergonomic risk reduction interventions
- Identifying work-related ergonomic risk factors at the workplace and propose solutions to mitigate risks
- Anticipation of risk, application of theory, principles, data and methods to enable design that will optimise human health and overall production system efficiency
- Application of national laws, Regulations and standards related to Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Support Human factor improvement projects with different stakeholders (Quality, H&S, design, prod, manufacturing engineering)
- Defining how to integrate a User-Centered Design process, with an HOF systemic and systematic analysis
Your skillset may include:
- Educated to degree (or higher) level in Ergonomics/Human Factors
- Accredited to or working towards Registered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF) or equivalent
- Physiology (including work analysis, knowledge on human cognitive behaviours)
- Cognitive sciences and applied psychology as cognitive processes (cognitive workload, reasoning, learning, human error, work analysis)
- Background on human factor sciences, work physiology, biomechanics, cognition
- Experience in identifying ergonomics risk factors in the workplace (e.g. process, workflow, work organisation); proposing risk mitigation solutions to management
- Experience in all aspects of ergonomics including assessment of working methods, applicable standards, risk ratings, assessment tools, technical report writing, and development of technical solutions.
- Experience in anticipating risk (e.g. new designs & processes)
- Knowledge of the relevant Regulations and Standards relating to the workplace
- Knowledge on all aspects of ergonomics, both existing and future developments
- Experience of working in an Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering environment
If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!
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Bromley Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package, including a local government pension scheme and unique discounts, the Council prioritises employee well-being and career growth. Located in the vibrant Bromley Civic Centre, you will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the borough while enjoying the balance of urban and suburban life.
