Human Factors Specialist

Overview

Integrate human factors into safety systems, culture, and task design to improve safe operations.

Key Responsibilities

• human factors
• industry engagement
• project leadership
• reporting
• task design
• safety integration

Tasks

-Human Factors Expertise - provide specialist advice to managers and teams across the business -Industry Engagement - act as a point of contact and engage with external stakeholders, such as the HSE and industry groups -Project Leadership - lead cross-business safety projects and improvement campaigns -Reporting & Insights - deliver clear, actionable reports to senior leaders and regulators -Task & Shift Design - analyse work, design safe job/shift patterns, and manage fatigue risks -Safety Systems Integration - embed human factors principles into processes and investigations

Requirements

• human factors
• bsc
• iehf
• nebosh
• driving licence
• problem solving

What You Bring

At Northern Gas Networks (NGN), we know that safe, reliable operations begin with understanding people. That’s why we are looking for someone who can embed human factors thinking at every level of our organisation, making safety not just a process, but a mindset. A full UK driving licence is a requirement for this role, as travel will be expected across our network Desirable: NEBOSH Certificate Human Factors Specialist -Expertise in ergonomics, fatigue management, task and shift design, and human error reduction -Member of IEHF -Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with a practical approach to complex issues -BSc Human Factors / Ergonomics / Organisational Psychology or equivalent -Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation in safety-critical industries -Hands-on experience applying human factors principles in real-world operations -Proven ability to influence behaviours and drive cultural and organisational change -Skilled in integrating human factors into safety systems, processes, and investigations -Excellent communication and engagement skills across all levels, from engineers to senior leaders and regulators

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Benefits

Hybrid working model - based at our offices in Leeds or Sunderland Salary from £61,737 (DOE) Up to 10% bonus -SSP for the first 2 calendar days then occupational sick pay -Culture & Behaviour Change - drive programmes that foster a learning and fair culture through culture and behaviour change initiatives -Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options... from discounts on a variety of UK attractions, gym membership, restaurant discounts, experience days... and much more! -An array of fantastic family-friendly policies such as 6 weeks paternity leave (for eligible employees) and 6 months' full pay for employees on maternity leave (for eligible employees), as well as shared parental leave and many more! -Salary from £61,737 per annum -A generous stakeholder 5/10 pension scheme -25 days annual leave (plus recognised bank holidays and 2 half days over the Christmas period -Up to 10% bonus per annum

About Northern Gas Networks

-Provides natural gas distribution across the North of England. -Ensures reliability and safety in gas delivery as part of the UK’s regulated gas distribution sector. -Recent innovations include advanced monitoring technologies and eco-friendly solutions for improving gas network efficiency. -Typical projects include large-scale pipeline replacements, emergency gas leak repairs, and the development of smart infrastructure. -Works closely with local communities to ensure minimal disruption and provide transparent communication during projects. -Focuses on developing sustainable energy solutions and preparing its network for future energy transitions.

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Interview Process

-apply online by uploading your cv. -within one week of closing, be contacted if you progress to the next stage. -interviews scheduled for the end of november.