Occupational Health Advisor

The Onsite Occupational Health Advisor (OHA) will be responsible for delivering a full range of Occupational Health services, including comprehensive case management and health surveillance. The role involves supporting the health and well-being of employees by providing expert advice, conducting health assessments, and managing occupational health cases in accordance with company policies and relevant legislation.

• Manage a caseload of employee health cases, offering advice and support on fitness for work, rehabilitation, and return to work plans.
• Conduct occupational health assessments and provide guidance on managing long-term illness, workplace injuries, and absences.
• Liaise with HR, Health and Safety and Line Managers, and external healthcare providers to support employees and facilitate return-to-work programs.
• Provide written reports with clear recommendations based on assessments and clinical judgments.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of all case management activities and health outcomes.

• Deliver and coordinate health surveillance programs in accordance with health and safety regulations and industry standards (e.g., COSHH, Noise, HAVS, etc.).
• Conduct regular health surveillance, including but not limited to hearing tests, lung function tests, vision screenings, and other relevant health surveillance activities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory health surveillance requirements and monitor trends in employee health data to identify areas of concern.
• Provide advice on health risks and implement strategies to mitigate occupational health hazards.
• If required manage any escalations from OH nurses and technicians. Giving advice and coaching as appropriate

• Provide expert advice on workplace health risks, including ergonomic assessments, and offer solutions to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement health promotion and well-being programs (e.g., mental health, stress management, smoking cessation).
• Participate in workplace assessments, including display screen equipment (DSE) assessments and other risk assessments.

• Ensure all occupational health services are compliant with relevant legislation, company policies, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of occupational health policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Provide training to employees and managers on occupational health topics such as health surveillance, absence management, and well-being.

• Prepare regular reports on health surveillance outcomes, sickness absence trends, and other occupational health indicators.
• Analyse health data to identify trends and make recommendations for proactive health interventions.
• Work closely with the HR and Health & Safety teams to monitor workplace health standards and ensure a healthy working environment.

• Registered Nurse- with a qualification in Occupational Health (Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health Nursing).
• Having a current and valid entry on Parts 1 or 3 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council register
• Have experience/ knowledge of working within an Occupational Health role, preferably as an OH Advisor in delivering case management and health surveillance in a similar workplace setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Health & Safety at Work Act, Equality Act, Data Protection Act).
• Experience in undertaking face to face and telephonic assessments
• Effective Report Writing Skills - Ability to produce clear, concise, and professional reports
• Effective IT skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Proficient in using occupational health management software and other digital tools.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
• Empathetic and patient-focused approach.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Flexibility to travel between multiple sites if required.
• Ability to undertake onsite health assessments and surveillance activities in various workplace environments.