Nuclear Safety Consultant

Senior/Principal Human Factors Consultant
Location: Warrington (Hybrid)

About the Role

A leading consultancy is expanding its Human Factors (HF) team and seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Human Factors Consultant to join its Risk division. This is a dynamic opportunity to lead and deliver impactful Human Factors projects across various sectors while helping to grow and develop a high-performing team.

Your Impact

As a Senior Human Factors Consultant, you will take ownership of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and to a high standard. You will play a key role in mentoring junior staff, enhancing team capability, and contributing to technical innovation and business development.

Key Responsibilities

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  Scope and deliver complex, proportionate Human Factors assessments
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  Manage small project teams and support project integration
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  Provide technical direction and drive continuous improvement
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  Contribute to the development of safety cases and design projects
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  Mentor and train junior consultants
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  Apply industry-standard HF methods and best practices

Typical tasks include:

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  Operational claim identification and substantiation
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  Human Factors design support
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  Integration management for HF across projects
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  Safety assessment support
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  Human error identification and analysis
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  Requirement derivation and management
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  HF verification and validation
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  Resolution of operational issues

About You

Essential:

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  Extensive experience delivering Human Factors support in the nuclear or high-hazard sectors
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  Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, Industrial Design, or a related field
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  Chartered or working toward chartership with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEHF)
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  Strong technical report writing and communication skills
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  Detailed understanding of UK regulations and standards in HF
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  Familiarity with regulatory regimes and experience interacting with regulators
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  Willingness to travel and work on client sites
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  UK residency and eligibility for security clearance

What's in It for You?

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  Access to ILM-accredited leadership & management development programmes
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  Opportunities for career progression through structured learning pathways
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  Hybrid working and flexible hours tailored to support work-life balance
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  Supportive team culture and a collaborative, forward-thinking environment

Next Steps

The selection process typically involves a two-stage interview, either virtually via MS Teams or at a regional office.

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