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Derby, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom | Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Overview
If you're an experienced Human Factors professional with a proven track record within high hazard industries, seeking project variety in a wide range of sectors, we can offer you the support of truly collaborative and social teams, and the flexibility to balance all the different commitments in your life.
The AtkinsRéalis Human Factors team has established presence across multiple UK locations including London, Bristol, Manchester and Derby. We are looking to expand and grow our Derby office to meet increasing client demand in the region. Our team offers exciting project work in several high hazard industries, including, but not limited to, Nuclear, Rail, Defence, and Infrastructure. As a Consultant in the team, you will contribute directly to these projects, utilising an array of HF methodologies, as well as nurturing and developing existing relationships with both internal AtkinsRéalis and external clients.
Derby's strategic location places you at the heart of the UK's'engineering and manufacturing hub, with excellent connectivity to key clients in the region and beyond. Our Derby office provides a dynamic work environment with opportunities to collaborate with experts across multiple disciplines.
This role isn't just about project work though. You will be part of the strategic growth and development of our Derby office and the wider team, which includes supporting the professional progression of junior colleagues. As part of our expansion plans for the Derby location, you'll have the opportunity to help shape our regional presence and service offerings. You will also be encouraged to take advantage of mentoring opportunities to ensure personal career progression and that your interests in HF are realised in the work that you do.
While our preference is for the role to be based in Derby, we remain open to candidates elsewhere in the UK.
Your role
As a member of our growing team, you will have responsibility for quality technical delivery, as well as developing and maintaining client relationships with the major operators and engineering companies that are our core business.
Typical assignments will include delivering client Human Factors and Ergonomics work packages, as well as contributing to AtkinsRéalis bids and initiatives. As a member of a client focused team, you will work on a wide variety of projects across a range of sectors of industry including Nuclear, and Energy Transition, Defence, and other Transportation and Infrastructure areas.
Location
Various locations
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-143055
Salary range
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Joe Ansel
Hi there, I'm Joe Ansel and I manage this role
About you
You'll want to make a positive contribution to the development plans of the Human Factors team. You'll use your entrepreneurial thinking and excellent communication skills to liaise with other groups and departments to provide integrated solutions to the client. You will also enjoy mentoring and developing junior staff, be reliable and consistent, and have an acceptance of responsibility for work carried out.
In addition to a willingness to travel to our client sites, you will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Degree or experience in Human Factors or Applied Psychology or related field.
- Experience of delivering HF work packages within high hazard industries such as Nuclear.
- Experience in the use of Human Factors methods and techniques.
- Knowledge in the application of Human Factors standards and guidelines.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Experience of managing and planning HF delivery to projects (HF Integration).
You may also be able to demonstrate the below desirable requirements:
- Post graduate degree in Human Factors or Applied Psychology or related field.
- Experience of working within other 'Regulated' industries.
- Knowledge of Human Factors Assessment techniques in relation to international standards and familiarity with latest UK regulatory developments relevant to major hazard industries.
- Training Needs Analysis.
- CAD / visualisation skills.
- Record for public speaking and publishing papers.
- Membership / Chartership of a recognised professional society.
- Project Management skills.
Why Derby?
Our Derby office serves as a key hub for our engineering and consultancy operations in the Midlands region and offers:
- A strategic location with excellent transport links to London, Birmingham, and Manchester.
- Proximity to several key clients in the nuclear, rail, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors.
- A rich engineering heritage, particularly in nuclear, rail and aerospace.
- Affordable living costs compared to other major UK cities.
- Access to beautiful Peak District countryside.
- A growing professional services sector with opportunities for career development.
As previously note, while Derby is our preferred base, our established Human Factors teams across the UK mean we are open to candidates from other locations.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
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 creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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