Occupational Health Advisor

Recruiting Heads Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Occupational Health provider in the Colchester area is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor. The role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 - £48,000 pa and involves conducting health assessments and case management for a diverse client base. Ideal candidates are Registered Nurses with strong communication skills and a proactive approach, offering extensive benefits including private health insurance and well-being initiatives.

Benefits

33 days of leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

Private health insurance

Death in service insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Reimbursed mileage for work travel

Monthly yoga sessions

Group Wellbeing days

Christmas Party

Qualifications

• Experience in Practice Nursing, Vaccination Nursing, or Disability Assessment can facilitate entry into OH.
• Must maintain accurate service documentation.
• Ability to manage a maximum of four cases per day.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments, surveillance, case management, and proactive health promotion.
• Travel to customer sites within a one-hour radius.

Skills

UK-based Occupational Health experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Detail-oriented

Team-focused mindset

Proactive approach

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC pin

Occupational Health Degree or Diploma (desirable)

Job description

Occupational Health Advisor

Location: Colcehster area (Peripatetic role)

Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 pa (Dependent on experience)

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Part-time opportunities considered)

Take Your Occupational Health Career to the Next Level!

Are you a passionate Occupational Health professional looking for a role where quality, collaboration, and career growth are prioritised? Do you want to work in a supportive, nurse-led team that values your expertise and offers a balanced workload with real impact? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join the Team? This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to be part of a highly respected, medium-sized OH provider with a reputation built on excellence, teamwork, and shared success. At our client, you'll find a workplace that truly invests in its people, offering unrivalled support, development opportunities, and a real sense of community. If you want to make a meaningful difference while enjoying professional autonomy, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As an Occupational Health Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, personalised OH services to a diverse client base. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough health assessments, surveillance, case management, and proactive health promotion.
• Managing a maximum of four cases per day, ensuring you have time to deliver detailed, high-quality reports.
• Travelling to customer sites within approximately a one-hour radius.
• Maintaining meticulous records and ensuring all service documentation is accurate and up to date.

Is This Role Right for You?

• Have UK-based Occupational Health experience, whether formally qualified or not.
• Are new to OH? If you have a background in Practice Nursing, Vaccination Nursing, or Disability Assessment, this could be your chance to transition into OH—we'll support you!
• Are a Registered Nurse with a current NMC pin (without restrictions or conditions). While an Occupational Health Degree or Diploma is desirable, it's not essential.
• Have strong communication skills, the ability to work autonomously, and a team-focused mindset.
• Are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about promoting health and wellbeing.

What's on Offer?

• 33 days of leave (inclusive of bank holidays) so you can recharge.
• Private health insurance to keep you covered.
• Death in service insurance for peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Programme for professional and personal support.
• Reimbursed mileage for work travel.
• Monthly all-staff wellbeing restorative yoga sessions—because we care about your wellbeing too.
• Group Wellbeing days to reconnect, refresh, and refocus.
• A fantastic Christmas Party to celebrate a great year together!

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ready to join a company that truly values your expertise, supports your professional development, and fosters a collaborative, friendly work environment, don't wait—click apply now!