At RPS, a TetraTech company, our Human Factors business is going from strength to strength, and we are now looking to expand the team again and appoint an experienced Human Factors Consultant to join our Risk team.
As a Human Factors Consultant at RPS you will deliver results on multiple Human Factors projects with a variety of clients, whilst developing strong, long-lasting partnerships.
We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.
About the team:
The Human Factors team forms part of our major accident hazard safety business, working predominantly in the nuclear sector. We successfully 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.
We have led the Human Factors support to several high-profile nuclear projects, including a major new build to process and repackage fuel within gloveboxes, and provided Human Factors assessments for decommissioning sites and operational facilities. We also have recently developed safety critical task analysis guidance and undertaken Human Factors assessments for control of major accident hazards (COMAH) sites. We are keen to make the most of opportunities to collaborate with our colleagues in the Health, Safety and Risk team and increase our Human Factors work in sectors outside of our nuclear clients, such as chemical/pharmaceutical, defence, oil & gas, aviation, rail and maritime clients.
Typical projects involve providing tailored Human Factors solutions on the design and operation of a range of topics, such as: control rooms, interface and equipment, layout and workspace, environment, alarm, competency management and procedures. We work remotely, in our RPS offices, at client offices and through site visits, providing an engaging and varied work experience.
RPS, a Tetra Tech company:
In 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 over 30,000 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.
Your Impact:
Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
What you’ll be doing
You will be scoping and delivering on large, technical, complex Human Factors assessments, that are proportionate and fit for purpose. You will be supported by others in the team to continue your development, through training and mentoring, coupled with providing direction in key technical areas.
You will be responsible for supporting the design and case/safety report assessments, undertaking task such as;
Operational claim identification and substantiation
HF design support
HF project integration management
HF support on safety assessment
Human error identification
Application of HF methods
Resolution of operational issues
Derivation and management of requirements
HF verification and validation
Application of a modern standard HF techniques and relevant good practice
Who we are looking for
Extensive experience of delivering Human Factors support to nuclear or other high hazard projects
A degree level qualification in related subject, (e.g. Human Factors/ergonomics, psychology, industrial design)
Working towards chartership with The Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors
Excellent technical report writing skills
Understanding and application of UK regulations and standards
Knowledge of regulatory regimes
Willing to travel to/ and work on clients’ sites
Permanent UK residency:
Eligible to obtain security clearance
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 - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.
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.
Why RPS, a Tetra Tech company:
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.
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