Occupational Health Advisor

ExamWorks Group; Daventry; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ExamWorks UK is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join the established OH team in the Daventry area. Deliver end-to-end OH services to clients across the UK, while working with a collaborative team and maintaining autonomy over workload and professional decisions.

The role involves clinical duties, case management, and close liaison with HR and line managers, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and quality OH support.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration.
• At least 2 years' experience in Occupational Health.
• Experience managing complex OH casework.
• Strong report writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and well reasoned advice.
• Good IT skills and confidence using digital OH systems.
• Up to date knowledge of OH legislation, best practice and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including sickness absence, fitness for work and rehabilitation cases.
• Undertake pre-placement and pre-employment health assessments.
• Provide clear, practical Occupational Health advice to HR and line managers.
• Support employees with work-related health concerns in a professional and compassionate way.
• Work closely with other OH services, including Technicians, OHPs, counselling and physiotherapy providers.

Skills

Caseload management

Report writing

IT skills

Communication

Education

Diploma in Occupational Health

Degree in Occupational Health

Tools

OH software

Job description

Occupational Health Advisor

Occupational Health Northamptonshire Permanent Oct 9, 2026

Northamptonshire A rea / Daventry Area

Are you an experiencedOccupational Health Advisorwho enjoys building trusted relationships, managing meaningful casework.

We're looking for a confident and approachable OHA to join our established Occupational Health team, delivering a high-quality, end to end OH service to clients across the UK

You'll be supported by a collaborative and experienced team, including theHead of OH OperationsandSenior/Lead OHAs, while still having the autonomy to manage your own workload and make professional, evidence based decisions.

What the role looks like day to day

This is a varied and engaging role where no two days are quite the same. You'll be:

• Managing acaseload, including sickness absence, fitness for work and rehabilitation cases
• Undertakingpre-placement and pre-employment health assessments
• Providing clear, practical Occupational Health advice to HR and line managers
• Supporting employees with work-related health concerns in a professional and compassionate way
• Working closely with other OH services, including Technicians, OHPs, counselling and physiotherapy providers

What you'll bring

You're keen to hear from Occupational Health Advisors who are confident, organised and comfortable working.

You'll need:

• CurrentNMC registration
• At least2 years' experience in Occupational Health
• Experience managing complex OH casework
• Strong report writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and well reasoned advice
• Good IT skills and confidence using digital OH systems
• Up to date knowledge of OH legislation, best practice and professional standards

Ideally, you'll also have:

• A post registration qualification in Occupational Health (Diploma or Degree)

What makes you a great fit

• You communicate clearly and professionally, even when dealing with sensitive or complex cases
• You're approachable and able to quickly build rapport with employees, HR and managers
• You're comfortable working independently, but value being part of a wider team
• You're organised, reliable and take pride in delivering a high quality service
• Supportive leadership and a genuinely collaborative OH team
• A manageable, varied caseload
• The opportunity to make a real difference to employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

ExamWorks UKis proud to have achieved Level 3 Disability Confident Leader status, reaffirming our commitment to accessibility and inclusion. As a Disability Confident Leader, we:

• Promote inclusive recruitment and development
• Share best practices across the industry
• Lead the way in supporting disabled people at work