Occupational Health Advisor

Position: Occupational Health Advisor

Salary: £42,000 - £49,000 dependent on experience

Location: Desford

Job Type: Full time/Permanent

You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive Occupational Health service, including case management, health surveillance, and fitness-for-work assessments. Working collaboratively with employees, managers, and key stakeholders, you will provide expert occupational health advice and support to promote employee health, well-being, and attendance. The role involves managing occupational health referrals, conducting health assessments, preparing clear and evidence-based reports, and ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with company policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management

• Manage a varied caseload of occupational health referrals, providing professional advice on fitness for work, sickness absence, workplace adjustments, and rehabilitation.
• Undertake occupational health assessments and develop practical recommendations to support employees returning to work following illness or injury.
• Work collaboratively with managers, HR teams, health and safety professionals, and external healthcare providers to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Produce clear, evidence-based occupational health reports following clinical assessments.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with professional standards and data protection requirements.

Health Surveillance

• Deliver health surveillance programmes appropriate to workplace risks, including audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, HAVS assessments, and other statutory monitoring where required.
• Ensure health surveillance activities comply with current legislation and organisational procedures.
• Review surveillance outcomes to identify trends and advise on appropriate preventative measures.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues involved in delivering occupational health services, including escalation of complex cases when appropriate.

Workplace Health & Wellbeing

• Advise on workplace health risks and recommend suitable control measures to minimise occupational hazards.
• Participate in workplace and ergonomic assessments, including display screen equipment (DSE) evaluations where required.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of employee wellbeing initiatives covering areas such as mental health, stress management, lifestyle improvement, and health promotion.

Reporting & Professional Support

• Prepare reports relating to occupational health activity, sickness absence, and health surveillance outcomes.
• Analyse health data to identify patterns and recommend proactive interventions to improve employee wellbeing.
• Build effective working relationships with managers and internal stakeholders to support a healthy and productive workforce.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing professional development and ensure practice remains aligned with current occupational health guidance and legislation.

Skills & Experience

• Experience managing occupational health casework independently.
• Knowledge of health surveillance programmes and statutory requirements.
• Strong report writing and clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to interpret clinical information and provide practical, evidence-based advice.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Understanding of occupational health legislation, confidentiality, and clinical governance.

If you're interested in this fantastic opportunity, please apply now or contact Finlay on 020 7952 7641 for more information and to receive the full job description.