Joining Arup
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The Opportunity
We are seeking Senior Consultant with a strong passion for Human Factors and its application within complex engineering and safety-critical environments to join the team! You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering senior Human Factors expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects.
In this role, you will lead and contribute to the delivery of projects in sectors such as rail, aviation and energy, applying specialist Human Factors methods to achieve high-quality client outcomes. You will also play a key role in developing our capability, mentoring others and supporting the growth of our Human Factors offering.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
In your role you will produce and oversee Human Factors deliverables to a high technical standard while leading and managing packages of work, including commercial planning, reporting and day-to-day consultancy activities. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other disciplines across Arup, championing the value of Human Factors in multi-disciplinary design and decision-making, demonstrating your strong knowledge and practical capability across a range of Human Factors methods and applications.
You will also build and maintain strong client relationships, working directly with stakeholders to understand needs and influence decisions, and support business development activities, including attending client meetings, preparing proposals and contributing to strategic growth.
Requirements:
Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (psychology, human factors or systems engineering preferred).
Either chartered/registered or working towards this with the British Psychological Society or Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.
A background as a senior consultant within a consulting environment in the area of human factors.
Experience of working in a high hazard operational sectors such as rail, aviation and energy (a range of sectors is preferred).
Experience of the following human factors methods would be advantageous: task and workload assessment, cognitive ergonomics, physical ergonomics, environmental design, organisational behaviour.
Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Rachel Connolly at [email protected] - Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
What We Offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Rachel Connolly at [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
Closing date: 21st of August
