Senior/ Principal Human Factors Consultant

OverviewRPS, a Tetra Tech company, is looking for a Senior or Principal level Human Factors Consultant to be based at either the Warrington or London office.Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.The Human Factors team forms part of our major accident hazard safety business, working predominantly in the nuclear sector. We provide Human Factors design and safety case support to ensure that the role of the operator is fully considered and potential for human error minimised. The team has led Human Factors support to several high-profile nuclear projects, including a major new build to process and repackage fuel within gloveboxes, and has provided Human Factors assessments for decommissioning sites and operational facilities. They have recently developed safety critical task analysis guidance and undertaken Human Factors assessments for control of major accident hazards (COMAH) sites. Typical projects involve providing tailored Human Factors solutions on the design and operation of topics such as: control rooms, interface and equipment, layout and workspace, environment, alarm, competency management and procedures.What You Will Be DoingYou will lead and deliver results on multiple Human Factors projects with a variety of clients whilst fostering long-term, strategic client partnerships.Scoping and delivering on large, technical Human Factors assessments whilst managing small project teams.Support the design and case/safety report assessments.Undertake tasks within Human Factors such as operational claim identification, substantiation, design support, project integration management, human error identification, application of human factor methods, verification and validation.Resolve operational issues.Derivation and management of requirements.Apply modern human factors techniques and industry best practices.Drive innovation to grow the business.Train and mentor teams, providing guidance in key technical areas.Who We Are Looking ForExperienced in leading and delivering Human Factors support to nuclear or other high hazard projects.Understand and apply knowledge of UK regulations and standards and other regulatory regimes.Regulatory interaction.Proficient in technical report writing.Willing to travel to and work on clients’ sites.QualificationsA degree qualification in a related subject such as Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology or Industrial Design.Obtained or working towards chartership with The Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.What is in it for you?We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes. We offer learning and development for everyone, including master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring.We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.Why Choose RPS, a Tetra Tech CompanyIn 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation. We design and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career. We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.About Tetra TechTetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees, Tetra Tech delivers clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.#J-18808-Ljbffr