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RPS are now recruiting for a Human Factors Graduate Consultant to join the team. This is an exciting and dynamic opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic Graduate to develop and progress in an environment where your efforts and talent will be recognised and rewarded. We can offer the right individual the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects with Blue-Chip clients in a friendly and vibrant team.

Based in our Warrington office, as a Human Factors Graduate Consultant you will work closely with other team members and our clients to provide specialist support within high-hazard industries.

The Human Factors team forms part of major accident hazard safety business, which works in sectors including Nuclear, Defence, Chemical, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceutical and Manufacturing. We successfully provide Human Factors design and safety case support to ensure that the role of the operator is fully considered and potential for human error minimized. Typical projects involve providing tailored Human Factors solutions on the design and operation of a range of topics, such as: control rooms, interface and equipment, layout and workspace, environment, alarm, competency and procedures.

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to learn new skills and develop their existing knowledge in a hands-on consultancy environment. A career in this Human Factors team will see you working alongside leading professionals to deliver a variety of exciting projects and solve problems that matter. Your development will be supported by the other team members to allow you to perform at your best. An approved mentor will guide you to work towards chartered status with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors. We also offer a range of in-house technical courses to expand your knowledge of the other disciplines that Human Factors interact with and support.

RPS is a leading global professional services firm with over 5000 consultants and service providers. Working in 125 countries across all six continents. We are proud of the quality tailored solutions we provide to our clients which generate high volumes of repeat business and we are confident we can provide unparalleled opportunities to showcase your talents and truly develop your career.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications required

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a flexible approach
  • The ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders and clients
  • Degree in a relevant discipline, preferably Human Factors/Ergonomics or Psychology
  • Demonstrate desire to find solutions to problems
  • Willingness to embrace new ways of thinking
  • Pursues continuous improvement and innovation
  • Always works respectfully with others
  • Flexible and is willing to travel to work on site with clients
  • Eligible to obtain security clearance

What we offer you

We will provide you with a flexible, friendly and creative environment to develop your skills and challenge yourself. We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects. 

Our employees are rewarded with competitive salaries, opportunities to invest and many other benefits including: Excellent holiday + bank holidays, Option to purchase up to 5 extra days per year, Company pension scheme, Share Incentive Scheme, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Screening, Employee Assistance Programme, Professional Memberships and commitment to on-going CPD.

About RPS

We define, design and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world.
Connecting with our global expertise we make it easy for our clients to create winning solutions for their communities and their clients. By being confidently pragmatic we solve problems that matter. We make complex easy.

Our Approach 

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’