Human Factors Analyst
Risk Management - Human Factors Engineering
Vacancy #NSS-828
Nuclear Safety Solutions is the fastest growing engineering and nuclear safety analysis company in Canada, providing specialized services primarily to the power generation industry. Located in downtown Toronto, NSS has a staff of approximately 400 engineers and scientists, who provide technical solutions to numerous clients world wide. NSS is a member of the AMEC global family, which designs, delivers and supports infrastructure development, from technical services to international landmark projects, with a staff of over 20,000 in offices all around the world.
NSS is continuing to expand its capabilities within the Risk Management Directorate, and is seeking specifically to expand the Human Factors Engineering Section.
NSS is seeking Human Factors specialists with an Engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Systems Engineering) specializing in Human Factors, Candidates must have either professional certification in Human Factors or possess the credentials to obtain this certification. In addition, the candidate should have knowledge and experience in the use of Human Factors methods and techniques, and the application of Human Factors standards and guidelines.
The candidate will have some work experience in the application of Human Factors within the nuclear industry or other high hazard industry areas, and will have knowledge and experience in the area of human-machine interface design.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in at least some of the following areas and techniques:
Development or review of Human Factors Engineering Program Plans (HFEPPs)
Development or review of verification and validation plans
Task analysis
Interface design
Function analysis
Training needs analysis/ the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)
Usability testing
Root cause analysis
Human Reliability Analysis
Safety management
In addition to experience related to the above areas, successful candidates will have:
Ability to work in a team environment
Self motivation and a desire to achieve results
Well developed initiative and problem solving skills
Willingness to learn new skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
The ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers
Computer skills with a variety of software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Successful candidates will have a desire to progress and achieve the following:
A good understanding of CANDU nuclear power plant design, operation and regulatory requirements, or equivalent for fossil and chemical plants
Good project management skills and people management skills
Marketing skills, including the capability to write and present technical papers at conferences
NSS offers a competitive and comprehensive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. Candidates with exceptional experience will be considered at a higher level.
We are located in downtown Toronto, Ontario.
Instructions for Applying to NSS Opportunities:
1. Please apply electronically to employment@nuclearsafetysolutions.com or tor.employment@amec.com by August 14, 2007, quoting file number NSS828.
2. Please note that only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted
NSS has a diverse workforce and is a company committed to providing equitable employment opportunities.