Business & Administration Human Factors Consultant

At TÜV Rheinland, in the Industry Service & Cybersecurity business unit, we are looking for talents who are ready to help shape the future of the industry and accompany technological progress. Our focus is on digitalization and networking in the industry, as well as the further international expansion of our services in the field of renewable energy and support for major infrastructure projects. This applies to the functional safety of industrial plants in an era of rapidly increasing interconnectivity of components and machines – the keyword being Operational Technology Security – as well as to energy generation, utilization, and distribution, infrastructure, and network expansion.

Our Core Areas:

• Pressure Equipment & Plant Engineering: Inspection, testing, and certification services focusing on pressure equipment such as pressure vessels, boilers, tanks, and piping systems.
• Elevators & Conveyor Technology: Inspection, testing, and certification services for elevators, conveyor belts, escalators, cranes, and machinery.
• Electrical & Building Technology: Evaluation, inspection, testing, and certification services for electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
• Industrial Inspection & Material Testing: Comprehensive inspection and testing services for industrial facilities and their materials.
• Infrastructure & Project Management: Project and construction supervision as well as integrated services for infrastructure projects.
• Energy & Environment: Technical support, certification, and testing for renewable energy and sustainable solutions.
• Cybersecurity & Functional Safety: Testing and certification services for industrial automation, IT, and OT security solutions.

Become part of a team that drives innovation and makes the world safer and more connected. With us, you can apply and expand your knowledge and actively shape the industry of the future – in an environment that fosters learning and diversity.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Human Factors Consultant to join our multidisciplinary team based in our Warrington office. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced Human Factors consultants to provide support to a range of interesting and challenging projects across several clients primarily within the Nuclear and Defence industries.

Job Description

Providing technical Human Factors support to colleagues and clients, working in areas such as:

• Human Factors Integration and Human Factors Engineering support to design and engineering projects.
• HMI design and assessment.
• Anthropometric assessment / user trials.
• Safety Culture and Competence Management.
• Safety Case support for claims on operators.
• Task Analysis.
• Quantitative Human Reliability Assessment / Human Error Analysis.
• Training development and delivery.

What we expect of you?

Essential requirements are as follows:

• An understanding of Nuclear and/or Defence sectors.
• A degree (BEng, BSc, or MSc) or equivalent in Human Factors / Ergonomics or a related subject.
• Chartered Ergonomist & Human Factors Specialist (C.ErgHF) or working towards the award of CIEHF Chartered status.
• Applied Human Factors/Ergonomics experience preferably: At least 1+ years of applied Human Factors/Ergonomics in the Nuclear/Defence sector.
• Working in one or more high hazard industries (e.g. nuclear).
• Working with multiple, diverse industry stakeholders.
• Working in consultancy environment and all non-technical aspects.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• UK security clearance (or ability to achieve).

Personal qualities:

• Enthusiasm to provide Human Factors support to projects in Nuclear and/or Defence sectors.
• Able to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently where needed.
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.

What we can offer you?

• Flexible working and hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and pension, profit share bonus, employee discount scheme, Electrical Vehicle salary sacrifice.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance, death in service benefit, critical illness cover, and other benefits such as Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Skills training, professional subscriptions, and access to the Professional and Postgraduate Training.
• An established competence framework, with regular appraisals and a defined pathway for progression.
• Company-wide Early Careers Network for junior and graduate employees.
• Support through the process of gaining Chartership with the CIEHF.
• Access to TÜV Rheinland Risktec Continuous Professional Development courses and/or the MSc in Risk & Safety Management, awarded by Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU).