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Human Factors Engineer

Location:: UK
Sector:: Aerospace & Defence
Job Type:: Contract
Salary:: Market related
Reference:: SK/R/088153

Role

Senior Human Factors Engineer

Rate: Negotiable
Contract Length: 12 months, Inside IR35
Location: Fully remote with occasional visits to Devonport Site, Plymouth

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Human Factors Engineer to join the Facility Readiness (Defuel) nuclear safety team at HMNB Devonport, a key strategic partner to the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Royal Navy. In collaboration with Babcock, we are at the forefront of developing the future 'in-dock' disposal facility for out-of-service submarines.
As a Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will play a crucial role in preparing Human Factors Substantiation Reports (HFSRs), including the development of Fault Trees, calculation of Initial Human Error Probability (I-HEP), and input to Verification & Validation (V&V) activities supporting commissioning. This position involves engagement with wider safety and site teams to integrate Human Factors into the Defuel project, pioneering a new process at Devonport.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop Fault Trees for Human Factors Substantiation Reports (HFSRs)
Calculate Initial Human Error Probability (I-HEP) considering Performance Shaping Factors (PSFs) and Error Producing Conditions (EPCs)
Provide Human Factors input to Verification & Validation (V&V) activities supporting commissioning
Engage with safety and site teams to integrate Human Factors into the Defuel project
Requirements:
Degree in Engineering or Scientific discipline (or relevant knowledge and experience)
Background in nuclear/radiological safety highly beneficial
Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartered status
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal/written communication
Previous experience in Human Factors work, including the use of Human Factors related software for assessment of Ergonomics/Anthropometrics/Human Error Probability

Additional Information:

May involve working in an environment regulated by Trade Control legislation, requiring enhanced security and regular screening checks
SC clearance required (BPSS clearance acceptable, but must be eligible for SC clearance)
Cannot have worked outside the UK in the past 5 years

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