Occupational Health Advisor

OH Medical Recruitment Ltd.; Carmarthen; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in healthcare is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor for a hybrid position in Carmarthen. The role demands a registered nurse with an Occupational Health qualification and experience in case management. You will provide consultations, oversee vaccination programs, and support managers with health-related matters. The position offers a salary between £43,668 to £47,046 per annum, along with benefits like flexible working options, a pension scheme, and professional development support.

Benefits

Local Government / Public Sector pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Company laptop

Discounted onsite gym access

Ongoing CPD support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1).
• Experience in Occupational Health or significant expertise.
• Proven case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver case management and sickness absence consultations.
• Triage Occupational Health referrals appropriately.
• Provide advice on fitness for work and reasonable adjustments.

Skills

Autonomous working

Clinical judgement

Excellent communication

Report writing

IT skills

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC registration (Part 1)

Occupational Health qualification

Tools

Clinical systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

OH Medical is working in partnership with Dyfed Powys Police and their in-house Occupational Health service to recruit an Occupational Health Advisor. This is a hybrid position where you will work at least 3 days per week onsite, with the flexibility to also work from home for the rest of the week.

The position would suit an OHA who is confident in case management, enjoys working autonomously, and values being part of a supportive and clinically focused OH team.

Duties

• Deliver case management and sickness absence consultations, producing clear and practical management reports.
• Triage Occupational Health referrals and allocate appropriately within the service.
• Provide professional advice on fitness for work, reasonable adjustments and rehabilitation.
• Support managers with health, wellbeing and attendance‑related matters.
• Contribute to health promotion and wellbeing initiatives.
• Oversee and support vaccination programmes, health surveillance and medical screening.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with legislation and internal protocols.
• Support and supervise clinical colleagues where required.
• Work collaboratively with HR and Health & Safety teams to manage workplace health risks.

Criteria

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1).
• An Occupational Health qualification or significant experience working in Occupational Health.
• Proven experience in case management and sickness absence consultations.
• Good understanding of Occupational Health legislation including the Equality Act and GDPR.
• Ability to work autonomously with strong clinical judgement.
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.
• IT confident, with experience using clinical systems and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel between sites when required.
• Part 3 NMC registration is desirable but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• £43,668 - £47,046 per annum.
• Flexible working options (full‑time or part‑time).
• Local Government / Public Sector pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Company laptop.
• Flexi‑leave.
• Discounted onsite gym access.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.
• Supportive, in‑house OH team with strong clinical governance.

If you’re an experienced Occupational Health Advisor looking for a flexible role within a supportive and well‑established service, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply now with your CV or contact Ben Higgins on 01582 368699 for further information.