What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety & Human Factors Manager position at Cobalt Search?
Do you have a passion for human factors and driving real change in safety culture?
Can you analyze trends, design impactful training, and influence decision-making to enhance operational performance?
We’re looking for a Safety & Human Factors Manager to play a pivotal role in reducing human error and improving safety standards in rail operations. This newly created role will shape human performance programs, training strategies, and data-driven safety initiatives.
Key Responsibilities of the Safety & Human Factors Manager:
- Analyze human performance trends, incidents, and near-misses to identify risks and drive safety improvements.
- Design and implement human factors strategies to enhance procedures, training, and workplace environments.
- Develop and deliver engaging training programs
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and best practices.
- Use data-driven insights, predictive analytics, and human performance metrics to influence safety programs.
Skills & Experience Required:
- 3 years of human factors experience in a transportation or operational setting.
- Degree in Human Factors, Psychology, or Systems Engineering preferred.
- Strong background in Crew Resource Management (CRM) and behavioral safety programs.
- Proven ability to drive change in a multi-unionized environment.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and data analysis skills.
Location of the Safety & Human Factors Manager: Somerville, MA (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home).
Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 base up to 10% bonus full benefits (401k, pension, health & dental).
All applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic data, or any other legally protected status.
Every application will be reviewed by a real person, with a response provided.
Salary : $125,000 - $140,000
