Ergonomist | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Ergonomists help to make sure that equipment and machinery is safe and easy to use.

  • Study economic and statistical data in area of specialization, such as finance, labor, or agriculture.  
  • Conduct research on economic issues and disseminate research findings through technical reports or scientific articles in journals.  
  • Compile, analyze, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends, applying
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Ergonomists typically work around 38 to 40 hours per week.

As a Ergonomist you will typically work between 8am and 6pm.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
45,350 GBP *
per year
20,000 GBP
60,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Ergonomist

  • 45,745 GBP
  • 41,601 GBP
Average salary for part-time Ergonomist
Average salary for full-time Ergonomist

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  • 26,200 GBP
  • 32,688 GBP
  • 23,636 GBP
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Salary over time for Ergonomist

Salary for this role has increased over time
  • 42,085 GBP
  • 42,457 GBP
  • 42,762 GBP
  • 43,584 GBP
  • 45,260 GBP
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  • 45,350 GBP
  • 45,668 GBP
  • 46,617 GBP
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Future outlook for Ergonomists

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Balanced outlook
420 000+ jobs available
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Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Ergonomist - Your future job?


Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Ergonomist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

Find out what skills and qualifications can help you become a Ergonomist

You'll need:

  • knowledge of psychology
  • maths knowledge
  • analytical thinking skills
  • knowledge of English language
  • knowledge of engineering science and technology
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • thinking and reasoning skills
  • excellent verbal communication skills
  • to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Ergonomist

Workplace Safety Management

Things to highlight for your Ergonomist interview

Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Achievement/Effort Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.

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