OHA TEeam Leader (On-site) in Preston

Occupational Health Advisor – Team Leader

Warton, Preston | On-Site

Competitive Salary + Benefits | Full Time | Permanent

OH Medical is currently recruiting for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join a leading Occupational Health provider as an on-site Team Leader in Warton, Preston.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and motivated Occupational Health professional ready to combine hands-on clinical practice with team leadership. You will manage and support the on-site clinical team while delivering a full Occupational Health remit for a major client.

The Role – Occupational Health Advisor Team Leader

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting independent telephone and face-to-face medical assessments

• Producing clear, evidence-based reports for referring managers

• Undertaking Occupational Health case management

• Completing health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments

• Issuing appropriate fitness certificates

• Undertaking clinical triage and allocating new referrals appropriately

• Providing professional advice to managers and employees

• Managing, supporting and clinically supervising the on-site clinical team

• Monitoring health surveillance escalations and providing clinical guidance

• Supporting staff inductions, competency reviews, training and development

• Conducting end-of-year appraisals for the clinical team

• Maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative team culture

• Attending client meetings and delivering training where required

• Working with administrative colleagues to maintain an appropriate skill mix and workload allocation

• Ensuring clinical rooms meet the required standards

• Maintaining equipment calibration records

• Supporting the development and delivery of workplace wellbeing initiatives

• Conducting drug and alcohol testing where appropriate

• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with company policies and professional standards

Occupational Health Advisor Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Current NMC Part 1 registration

• A postgraduate Occupational Health qualification or evidence that you are working towards one

• Experience delivering the full Occupational Health remit

• Strong case management and health surveillance experience

• Previous managerial, supervisory or team leadership experience

• A clear understanding of professional accountability and scope of practice

• Up-to-date knowledge of Occupational Health legislation, clinical standards and best practice

• Strong leadership, organisation and motivational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to provide and receive constructive feedback

• A proactive, adaptable and self-motivated approach

• Strong IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate clinical records

• The ability to prioritise effectively and work well under pressure

• Confidence working independently and collaboratively

• Full rights to work in the UK without sponsorship

Strong health and safety knowledge would be advantageous.

Hours

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8.00am and 6.00pm.

Location

This is a fully on-site role based in Warton, Preston, PR4 1AX.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience

• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%

• Life assurance

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Annual leave increasing with length of service

• Additional day off for your birthday

• Discounted gym membership

• Health cashback plan

• NMC registration fees paid

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

About OH Medical

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing, Health & Safety, SHEQ and Fire Safety sectors. We deliver tailored recruitment solutions for permanent, contract and agency positions, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.