Job Description
Shaping a smarter, more agile world.
You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.
We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our innovative, personable, talented, and growing team of Human Factors specialists who value our colleagues and work collaboratively to ensure our clients receive cutting edge Human Factors solutions. We work across a range of sectors providing Human Factors Integration (HFI) to Safety Cases, Engineering Programmes typically within increasingly complex socio-technical systems. We provide expertise to enhance human performance within high hazard industry creating safe, effective and efficient systems. The breadth and depth of our technical expertise enables us to provide practical and flexible solutions to the most complex challenges.
The initial focus of your work is likely to be Defence Nuclear related projects, but other market areas are also growing in demand for Human Factors resource, as clients gain awareness of the benefits that Human Factors capability can deliver to their businesses. On occasion travel to client’s sites may be required or other AtkinsRéalis office locations for collaborative working.We are looking for Senior Human Factors consultants with experience in providing Human Factors Safety Assessment to join our growing team.
Your purpose:
- Managing and leading Human Factors work packages, ensuring quality technical delivery.
- Reviewing Human Factors deliverables providing feedback to staff on areas for development.
- Developing and maintaining client relationships identifying new opportunities.
- Supporting development and mentorship of more junior members of staff.
- Working in multi-disciplinary teams on major programmes and carrying out specialised work on an individual basis.
- Supporting business development activities including, identifying opportunities, writing bids and the development of detailed costings of Human Factors tasks.
- Contributing to innovation and knowledge sharing across our Human Factors community.
What you can bring:
- Experience of providing Human Factors support to Safety Cases, such as development and substantiation of Human-Based Safety Claims.
- Experience of applying Human Reliability Assessment methods and techniques within the high hazard industry, such as task and error analysis, HEART and THERP.
- Experience working within high hazard engineering environment and are familiar with engineering terminology.
- Be able to communicate effectively with the wider safety case team, engineers and other disciplines on human factors issues.
- A good degree or post graduate qualification in Human Factors or a related discipline, such as psychology, engineering or industrial design.CIEHF Registered Member status or equivalent or working towards chartership.
- Experience of delivering Human Factors work packages within Defence or high hazard regulated industries.
- Experience of planning and applying Human Factors Integration (HFI) and Human Factors processes, standards and techniques to engineering projects.
- Knowledge of relevant UK and international standards/guidance and their application.Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to technical excellence and continued professional development.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and client facing skills.
Why AtkinsRéalis?
Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.
Within ADS&T, we have signed the "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.
Security clearance:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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Worker TypeEmployee
Job TypeRegular
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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