Senior Safety And Risk Consultant - Human Factors in Warrington, North West

Senior Safety and Risk Consultant - Human Factors

Flexible UK Locations | Hybrid Working Available

Salary competitive and negotiable with excellent benefits

I'm currently representing a leading international engineering and programme delivery organisation that supports some of the world's most complex infrastructure and energy projects.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking experienced Human Factors Consultants to join their expanding capability and play a key role in shaping safety, design and operational performance across major programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for Human Factors professionals looking to apply their expertise within highly regulated, safety-critical environments while influencing real engineering and operational outcomes.

The Opportunity

As a Human Factors Consultant, you will provide expert HF assessment and advisory services across a range of major infrastructure projects. Working closely with engineering, safety and operational teams, you will ensure Human Factors principles are effectively integrated throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Human Factors Delivery

• Deliver Human Factors assessments across design, operational and safety case activities
• Apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative HF methodologies
• Produce high-quality technical reports and recommendations

Engineering & Safety Integration

• Support hazard identification and analysis activities
• Undertake task analysis and human reliability assessments
• Influence design decisions through evidence-based Human Factors insights
• Contribute to robust safety justifications and operational improvements

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate complex Human Factors concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

What We're Looking For

• Degree or equivalent background in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Applied Psychology or a related discipline
• Demonstrable experience applying Human Factors methodologies in an industrial environment
• Strong understanding of Human Factors principles and their practical application
• Ability to balance technical excellence with project delivery requirements
• Experience within nuclear, defence, rail, aviation, oil & gas or other high-hazard industries would be advantageous
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Apply?

• Excellent benefits and competitive salary
• Join a growing and highly respected Human Factors team
• Work on nationally significant infrastructure and energy programmes
• Influence safety, operational performance and engineering design decisions
• Exposure to complex, high-hazard environments and challenging technical projects
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible and collaborative working environment

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Human Factors Consultants looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

All round workforce agency covering Recruitment, Payroll and Workforce Management. We are a global recruitment agency specialising in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Water, Rail, Construction, Technology, Aerospace & Defence, Chemicals and Corporate sectors. Our specialist consultants help clients to recruit high quality candidates into temporary, contract and permanent roles at all levels. We proudly support a partnership culture by collaborating and adding value to build lasting client and candidate relationships.

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