Occupational Health Advisor

Drs Direct Ltd; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + birthday day

Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan

Life insurance

Contributory pension

Yodha Wellbeing App

Employee discounts

Job summary

Drs Direct Ltd seeks an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor in Birkenhead to join a fast-growing OH team. You will conduct referrals, sickness absence assessments, and provide practical fitness-for-work guidance while supporting sustainable return-to-work plans for employees.

The role requires current NMC registration, OH qualification or significant experience, and strong report-writing and communication skills. Excellent benefits and a supportive MDT environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Occupational Health qualification, or significant Occupational Health experience.
• Competent in venipuncture, health surveillance and clinical assessment.
• Strong case management and fitness-for-work experience.
• Exceptional communication and report-writing skills.
• A compassionate, proactive and employee-focused approach.
• Self-motivated, with the confidence to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conducting management referrals and sickness absence assessments.
• Providing balanced, practical fitness for work advice.
• Supporting employees with safe and sustainable returns to work.
• Advising on reasonable workplace adjustments.
• Producing high-quality reports that help managers make informed decisions.
• Providing ongoing support where continuity of care benefits the individual.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse

Occupational Health experience

Report writing

Communication skills

Independent working

Compassionate approach

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Job description

Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Date posted:22 September 2026

Annual salary range:£40,000–£50,000

Occupational Health Nurse Advisor| FT| Perm | Birkenhead |

Our client ison a mission to empower healthier working lives. As one of the UK's leading Occupational Health and Wellbeing providers, and proud to be the third largest in the sector, we partner with organisations nationwide to help their people stay healthy, safe and productive.

Combining clinical expertise, innovative technology and a people-first approach, we deliver accessible, high-quality workplace health services that make a meaningful difference to businesses and their employees. As a fast-growing and ambitious organisation, we're driven by a passion for improving employee wellbeing, enhancing workplace performance and shaping the future of workplace health. Along the way, we're creating exciting opportunities for talented people to grow, develop and thrive as part of our journey.

We're expanding our Occupational Health team and are looking for an Occupational Health Advisor to support our existing clients. This role provides an excellent opportunity to build trusted relationships while delivering impactful Occupational Health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting management referrals and sickness absence assessments
• Providing balanced, practical fitness for work advice
• Supporting employees with safe and sustainable returns to work
• Advising on reasonable workplace adjustments
• Producing high-quality reports that help managers make informed decisions
• Providing ongoing support where continuity of care benefits the individual

Key Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Occupational Health qualification, or significant Occupational Health experience
• Competent in venipuncture, health surveillance and clinical assessment
• Strong case management and fitness-for-work experience
• Exceptional communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels
• A compassionate, proactive and employee-focused approach
• Self-motivated, with the confidence to work independently while remaining connected to a supportive multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan to support your health and wellbeing
• Life insurance for added peace of mind
• Contributory pension scheme
• Yodha Wellbeing App, providing access to same-day GP appointments, counselling support, and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive employee discounts across a wide range of retail brands