Senior Consultant - Human Factors Job Halifax Nova Scotia Canada,Engineering

Location: Halifax Regional Municipality

Senior Human Factors Specialist

Lloyd’s Register
Location:
Global (Hybrid / Remote Options Available)

About Us

We are a leading international provider of consultancy, classification, and compliance services to the maritime industry. We support our clients in designing, constructing, and operating their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance.

As the industry evolves, we are actively shaping its future through the development of innovative technologies for the next generation of maritime assets—while continuing to deliver high-impact, practical solutions for our customers every day.

The Role

As a Senior Human Factors Specialist
, you will play a key role in delivering specialist expertise across client projects while contributing to the strategic direction of the Human Factors team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile global projects across maritime and energy sectors, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients.

The position is ideally based in Southampton or Bristol (UK), Halifax (Canada), Miami (USA), or Dubai (UAE). However, we are open to hybrid or remote working arrangements from other locations.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

Lead and support Human Factors projects, ensuring delivery to a high standard, on time and within budget

Collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, integrating Human Factors expertise across technical teams

Support the Team Lead in delivering departmental strategy and objectives

Build and maintain strong client relationships, using feedback to enhance service offerings

Identify and develop new business opportunities, supporting internal and external promotion

Prepare technical proposals, including scope, cost estimates, and delivery timelines

Ensure compliance with internal processes, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

Maintain continuous professional development and industry awareness

Coach and mentor team members, supporting capability development and knowledge sharing

Participate in global projects, including international travel and onboard vessel work

What You Bring

Essential:

Degree (or equivalent) in Human Factors Engineering, Psychology, or a related discipline, or maritime qualifications with relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship’s officer

Direct client engagement and consultancy experience delivering tailored Human Factors solutions

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Human Factors specialist in one or more of the following:

Human Factors Engineering / Ergonomic Assessments

Human Reliability Assessments (HRA)

Human-Centered Design

Control Room / Working Environment Design

Usability (GUI) and UX Assessments

Safety / Organisational Culture Assessments

Workload and Fatigue Management

Experience working in a consultancy environment

Strong knowledge of Human Factors methods, standards, and regulatory frameworks

Experience in user research, interviews, usability testing, and data analysis

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills

Strong report writing and presentation capabilities

Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including offshore/vessel environments

Fitness aligned with ENG1 (or equivalent) certification requirements

Desirable:

Experience in Maritime, Oil & Gas, or Energy sectors

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., BPS, CIEHF)

Project management experience

Training delivery or workshop facilitation experience

Eligibility for UK or Canada security clearance

Why Join Us?

Work on impactful, global projects shaping the future of maritime safety and performance

Be part of a purpose-driven, values-led organisation

Access structured professional development and career progression opportunities

Collaborate with leading experts across multiple disciplines

Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

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About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.