Senior Ergonomist

FIRA International Ltd part of the Element Group has an opportunity for a Senior Ergonomist who will enjoy working in a close-knit team at FIRA International located 20 minutes from central London by train.

You will support the Head of Ergonomics to deliver project work help to lead and deliver research projects develop customer relationships and new revenue streams using user human centred design expertise. Bring skills to the ergonomics team to complement existing team members and diversify the consultancy offering at FIRA International. Perform an outward facing role to raise profile of the expertise available at FIRA International. Contribute to a culture of curiosity and continuous process improvement within the team and in standards committees.

• Contribute to the delivery ofthe Ergonomics teams strategy and objectives.
• Develop support and leadresearch projectsindependently and with other members of the ergonomics team.
• Observation interviews and completion of questionnaires during user trials.
• Assessing comfort and fit using pressure mapping and spinal tracing methods.
• Evaluating furniture against UK and European dimensional and ergonomic standards.
• Discussion with furniture designers.
• Visiting clients workplaces and exhibitions.
• Summarising results writing reports and presenting findings.
• Reviewing and critiquing a range of products such asseating for a range of uses computer workstations andaccessories mattresses items for children and aids forelderlypeople.
• Manageproduct comparisonprojectsin line with established procedures and test programmes.
• Undertake product risk assessments.
• Undertake DSE risk assessments.

• Applicants shouldhave adegree in ergonomics or design and have a keen interest in usability.
• Applicantsshould have relevant work experience to the role.
• Applicants are expected to have good communication and interpersonal skills and to be able to work efficiently independently and to a deadline.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is essential. Proficiencyin CAD software and/or design software (e.g. adobeillustrator orphotoshop) is a bonus.
• Demonstratecommercial awareness.
• Demonstrate initiative
• Demonstrate on time project completion
• Problem-solving and analytical skills

TeamResponsibilities

• Help to supervise and provide guidance to junior members of the Ergonomicsteam.
• Develop client baseand new revenue streams in particular byprovidingergonomicsand user centred design expertisetocustomersduring product design.
• Demonstrate health and safety competency & leadership
• Demonstrate customer care
• Contribute to the day to day running of the department including onboarding new customers liaising with customers estimating project costs contract development and invoicing.

Customer Service

• Deliverexcellentcustomer experience(for both external and/or internal customers)on a daily basis.
• Helpto ensure thatthe teams revenue and service targets are met.
• Work with the business development team to build strong relationships with existing and new customers for new business development opportunities

Benefits of working at Element

33 days annual holiday consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance / Legal & General Pension scheme / Cycle Scheme / Free Onsite Refreshments / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme

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