Occupational Health Technician

As an Occupational Health Technician, you’ll play a vital role in protecting and enhancing employee wellbeing through proactive health screenings, early risk detection, and expert support in occupational health compliance.

In this dynamic and people-focused role, you’ll be a trusted member of our Occupational Health Team, delivering impactful services that make a real difference. Guided by the Society of Occupational Medicine’s scope of practice, you’ll help our internal customers navigate health challenges with confidence and care. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a healthier, safer workplace while developing your expertise in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

• Conduct a range of occupational health assessments, including:

  • Blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight measurements

  • Urinalysis, audiometry, visual acuity, and lung function testing

  • HAVS and mobility assessments

  • Drug and alcohol testing

• Support the delivery of fitness for work medicals by performing required tests and recording results accurately.

• Carry out routine health surveillance in line with clinical protocols, escalating concerns to clinical staff as needed.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all health assessments and medical histories, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

• Assist in the planning and delivery of health and wellbeing initiatives, including health promotion campaigns and educational activities.

• Provide flexible support to the Occupational Health Administration Team and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure efficient service delivery.

• Operate within defined procedures and the Occupational Health Technician’s scope of practice, referring non-routine matters to clinical or managerial staff.

• Offer evidence-based advice and guidance to employees where appropriate, without diagnosing or treating medical conditions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 3 qualification as an Occupational Health Technician or equivalent certification in a related health or clinical field.

• Working knowledge of occupational health standards, workplace health and safety regulations, and best practices in health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments.

• Experience in delivering occupational health services such as health screenings, surveillance, or fitness-for-work medicals is desirable.

• Proficient in using IT systems and digital tools relevant to health data management and reporting.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage respectfully and clearly with individuals at all levels of the organisation.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Understanding of medical confidentiality, data protection, and GDPR requirements.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive and solution-focused approach.

• Awareness of basic health and safety training, such as first aid at work, environmental hazards, musculoskeletal risks, or HACCP, is beneficial.

• A basic understanding of spoken and written French is an advantage.

Person Specification

• Committed to delivering a high standard of service with a professional and approachable manner.

• Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility in handling sensitive health-related matters.

• Builds trust and rapport easily, fostering positive working relationships across diverse teams and departments.

• Comfortable engaging with individuals in a clinical setting, showing empathy, patience, and respect.

• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support evolving service needs, including participation in future rota-based Saturday working.

• Takes pride in personal presentation and understands the importance of representing the Occupational Health service professionally.

• Enthusiastic about contributing to a culture of health and wellbeing in the workplace.

• Open to feedback and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application online by Wednesday 16th July 2025.

Please Note: From 1 January 2021, non-British and non-Irish nationals who do not already hold a UK immigration status will be required to obtain a visa in order to be able to work in the UK. Before applying for this role, please ensure that you are permitted to apply.
For further information, please visit the UK Visa and Immigration Website.

• Type de contrat / Contract Type: CDI / Permanent
• Durée du contrat en mois / Contract duration in months (CDD/FTC, détachement/secondment, alternance/apprentice, intérim/seasonal):

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