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Occupational Health Advisor

  • Location:

    Wolverhampton

  • Sector:

    Occupational Health Advisor

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Up to £48K DOE Pro Rata + Excellent Benefits Package

  • Contact:

    Charlie Irish

  • Contact email:

    cirish@ohmedical.co.uk

  • Contact phone:

    01582 235 500

  • Job ref:

    CI2414

  • Published:

    4 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-01-18

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

OH Medical is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join an in-house department of a leading manufacturer in Wolverhampton. This Part-Time Permanent role is an exciting site-based opportunity where you will be working 2 days per week.

The Role:

This role offers the ideal chance for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join an in-house team and provide a full remit Occupational Health Service operating to high clinical standards. Your duties will include:

  • Develop and deliver occupational health services, including health surveillance, new starter assessments, immunisations, and wellness screenings.

  • Conduct and manage health surveillance, including follow-ups and escalation pathways for conditions like occupational dermatitis.

  • Design and deliver health promotion initiatives in collaboration with HR, EH&S, and leadership, focusing on topics like stress management and nutrition.

  • Assess employee fitness for work, provide clinical advice on workplace adjustments, and support return-to-work plans.

  • Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure compliance with GDPR and workplace safety standards.

  • Conduct risk assessments, support DSE evaluations, and advise on PPE and safe systems of work.

  • Monitor health trends, develop policies, and audit clinical and non-clinical performance.

  • Collaborate with colleagues and travel occasionally to other UK sites.

 

Required Skills:

To be the successful Occupational Health Advisor candidate for this role, you'll be:

  • NMC Registered Nurse with Occupational Health Specialist Nurse qualification (Degree, Diploma, or equivalent).

  • Demonstrated experience in operational service management within a healthcare setting, including staff supervision and change management at a senior level.

  • Evidence of continuous professional development and up-to-date knowledge in occupational health practices.

  • Proven expertise as an Occupational Health Advisor, including delivering health surveillance, wellbeing programmes, and related clinical services.

  • In-depth understanding of workplace hazards, safe systems of work, and manufacturing-specific health surveillance requirements.

  • Willingness to obtain BPSS security clearance as well as an enhanced DBS check

  • Significant experience in a complex manufacturing environment, with a deep understanding of its occupational health demands.

  • Strong ability to collaborate with other Occupational Health Clinicians, aligning business needs with professional reporting requirements.

 

Salary & Benefits:

In return for your expertise as the Occupational Health Advisor, you will receive:

  • A competitive salary commensurate with your experience level up to £48,000 Pro Rata

  • Contributory Pension Scheme

  • Generous Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays

  • Private Medical Insurance

  • Access to Mental Health Support and Expert Financial Advice

  • Free Parking

  • Life Assurance

  • Employee Share Option.

How To Apply:

Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience. Or for more information about this fantastic opportunity and to discuss it in confidence, please contact Charlie Irish or The Team at 01582 235 500. Alternatively, you can email your CV to cirish@ohmedical.co.uk.

 

About OH Medical:

OH Medical is a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in the Occupational Health, and the Health & Safety sectors. We provide recruitment services for agency and permanent professionals nationwide.