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Human Factors Specialist

Australia, Sydney 90000.00 - 120000.00 AUD / Year · Job Posted March 21, 2026
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Job Description

We are currently recruiting a Human Factors specialist to work on passenger transport projects in NSW. This is aimed at early to mid-career HF Consultants who have also developed an understanding of safety engineering practices.

Job Responsibility

  • Support the delivery of human factors and system safety consulting projects across the east coast
  • Apply human factors and system safety principles to safety critical projects primarily within the rail & transport domain
  • Produce HF deliverables under the guidance of senior consultants – including outcomes regarding Human factors integration plans
  • Human factors assurance
  • HF issue logs
  • Human Centred Design
  • Safety documents such as OSHA, FFA, Hazard logs
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders, identifying new business opportunities when they arise. This may include contractors, existing clients, rail operators
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to build expertise in human factors, system safety, and systems engineering

Requirements

  • Tertiary Degree in a related discipline such as Engineering, Psychology, Ergonomics, Industrial Design or Human Movement
  • Working knowledge of relevant standards such as ISO 9241, AS7470 or DSAPT
  • Basic understanding of Rail Safety National Law or EN codes would be advantageous
  • Commercial / Consultative acumen – confident in communication

Nice to have

Basic understanding of Rail Safety National Law or EN codes would be advantageous

What we offer

  • Hybrid 2 days WFH
  • Paid Membership
  • Super

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