Human Factors Specialist

2 months ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Health and Safety Executive Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Human Factors Specialist to join our team at the Health and Safety Executive. As a key member of our Chemical, Explosives and Microbiological Hazards Division, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety of people and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct Human Factors inspections and assessments to identify risks and underlying issues on site, enabling effective decision-making on the adequacy of existing control measures.
  • Assess the adequacy of safety reports for upper-tier COMAH sites, both for new sites and where modifications to a site are planned.
  • Participate in investigation teams to identify root causes of accidents and incidents, and provide recommendations to ensure lessons are learned.
  • Act as an expert witness, providing specialist opinions on Human Factors aspects of accidents and incidents.
  • Contribute to the production and revision of Human Factors guidance and standards for the HSE and other industry bodies.
  • Prioritize continuing professional development, both technically and in non-technical skills, and participate in cross-division Human Factors training and coaching.

Requirements

  • Practical experience of undertaking Human Factors projects in the workplace, specifically in the control of risks within major hazards industries.
  • Practical experience of applying Human Factors principles to engineering design projects.
  • Practical experience of assessing human reliability, both qualitatively and quantitatively, in the context of major accident risk assessments.
  • Practical experience of using Human Factors methods for the management of workload, fatigue, staffing levels, organizational change, and critical communications.
  • Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams, assessing the importance of Human Factors issues alongside other stakeholders' concerns.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary of £50,060.
  • Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme, with a contribution of £14,502 towards your membership.
  • Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role.
  • A flexible working environment with opportunities for part-time working.
  • A culture that values inclusion and diversity.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to [insert contact information].

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