Occupational Health Advisor

Randstad Delivery; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a qualified Occupational Health Advisor to support TATA Steel in Corby. The role involves delivering Occupational Health services, conducting medical assessments, and providing health surveillance to employees. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Occupational Health, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This part-time position offers competitive pay rates ranging from £18 to £25.64 per hour, and includes benefits such as paid holidays and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Online discounts

Career progression opportunities

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an Occupational Health setting.
• Registered General Nurse is desirable.
• Ability to work independently in Occupational Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to TATA Steel employees on Occupational Health matters.
• Organise and deliver health surveillance according to regulations.
• Conduct pre-placement and safety critical medicals.

Skills

Proven experience within an Occupational Health setting

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholders

Education

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health

Job description

Are you experienced and passionate towards delivering a great in house Occupational Health service? Are you based in or around Corby?

We are supporting TATA Steel with a temporary opportunity for an Occupational Health Advisor to join their Corby works. Corby works employ circa 500 employees and are undergoing substantial investment and development to drive the organisation's mission of being a sustainable steel provider. The successful applicant will be someone who is passionate towards providing a pro active Occupational Health Service to its stakeholders in a standalone position.

Role

Occupational Health Advisor

Location

TATA Steel, Weldon Rd, Corby NN17 5UA

Rate

£18-£25.64ph (dependent upon experience)

Contract Length

6 months initially

Shift Patterns

Part time, 22.5 hours, X3 full days per week (must be the same X3 days per week)

An option to do Mon‑Fri and shorter hours is also possible

Start

ASAP

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive support to TATA Steel employees and Contractors in relation to Occupational Health matters
• Organising and delivering health surveillance to the business as per statutory requirements, guidance and company policy
• Conducting pre‑placement and safety critical medicals
• Carrying out due cause testing and routine screening
• Advising Line Managers and HR in the position of subject matter expert
• Assessing individuals for fitness to work following long term absence
• Supporting with rehabilitation programmes
• Referring case load as required to external health professionals
• Organising and delivering health promotion campaigns
• Evaluating patients within the company in the event of illness or accident
• Being on hand to provide emergency first aid treatment
• Maintaining the Occupational Health facility
• Following GDPR and patient confidentiality at all times
• Promoting the following of UK Health and Safety legislation at all times

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience within an Occupational Health setting (2+ years)
• Registered General Nurse (desirable)
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health (advantage)
• Ability to work in a standalone Occupational Health position and evidence of previous experience of this
• Previous experience managing high levels of sickness and return to work support
• Previous experience managing a caseload of referrals
• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Profound knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation within an Industrial Environment (advantage)
• Ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholder
• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle (desirable)

Benefits

• Advice and editing on your current CV
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• Paid holiday
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.