Occupational Health Advisor

Overview

Contract: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Location: Home-based (UK)
Working Pattern: Remote working –
on-site attendance required for induction week only
Department: Wellbeing, Health & Safety
Reports to: Senior Occupational Health Advisor

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join our team on a 6-month contract
, working fully from home following a short on-site induction week
.

This is an excellent opportunity for an OH professional looking for a flexible, remote contract role, delivering high-quality occupational health services and managing a varied caseload across a large organisation.

• Deliver a full range of Occupational Health services remotely, including:
  • Case management
  • Fitness-for-work and safety-critical medicals
  • Health surveillance and new starter assessments (virtual/paper-based)
• Provide evidence-based advice to managers and employees on:
  • Fitness for work and reasonable adjustments
  • Sickness absence management
  • Temporary and permanent workplace restrictions
• Attend virtual sickness absence and wellbeing meetings
• Produce clear, concise clinical reports in line with NMC and legal standards
• Maintain accurate clinical records on secure OH systems
• Work autonomously while contributing to a supportive OH team

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Occupational Health (Part 3 desirable)
• Proven experience working as an Occupational Health Advisor
• Strong complex case management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid understanding of occupational health legislation and best practice
• Confident working independently in a remote environment

• Experience in a safety-critical or public sector setting
• Mental health training or qualification
• Knowledge of OH law and case law
• Audiometry, spirometry, or vision screening certification

• Fully remote / home-based role
• One on-site induction week at the start of the contract
• No routine travel required after induction
• 6-month contract
  , with potential for extension (if applicable)

• True work-from-home flexibility
• Interesting and varied caseload
• Supportive clinical governance
• Ideal for contractors seeking balance and autonomy