Occupational Health Advisor

DHU Healthcare; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to NHS pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Career growth and development

Job summary

DHU Healthcare in Derby is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join our team, supporting a high-quality evidence-based service across the organisation. This role emphasizes fitness-for-work assessments and providing clear, professional advice to managers and colleagues to protect health, wellbeing and safe working practices.

The position is home-based with occasional travel to sites such as Oldbury, Chesterfield, Leicester and Derby.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Occupational Health Diploma or Degree with at least 5 years post-qualification experience
• Occupational Health or case management experience
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• IT literate and confident using electronic systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Provide independent, evidence-based fitness-for-work advice
• Undertake pre-placement health assessments and assess fitness for work
• Recommend reasonable adjustments, phased returns and rehabilitation support
• Maintain confidential clinical records in line with GDPR and NMC standards
• Prepare clear occupational health reports for managers and stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with HR, line managers and Health & Safety colleagues
• Support the review and development of Occupational Health procedures and quality improvement
• Contribute to workplace wellbeing and health promotion initiatives
• Be confident using electronic systems and work mainly from home

Skills

Registered Nurse

Occupational Health

Case management

Fitness-for-work

Report writing

IT literacy

Independent working

Education

Occupational Health Diploma or Degree

Job description

Location

Derby, Roundhouse with occasional travel to DHU sites including Oldbury, Chesterfield and Leicester.

Working Pattern

Part time 30 hours per week

Salary

£38,383 - £46,221 per annum, pro rata

Support employee wellbeing. Shape safer, healthier workplaces. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join DHU Healthcare, supporting the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Health service across the organisation. This is a key role where you will help protect and promote the health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues, while providing clear, professional advice that supports safe and effective working. You will have a particular focus on fitness-for-work assessments, helping managers and colleagues navigate health-related workplace matters with compassion, confidence and professionalism. At DHU Healthcare, we are a team driven by compassion, respect and encouragement, where contributions are valued and every voice is heard. Together, we make a meaningful impact for our colleagues, patients and communities.

Working mainly from home, with occasional travel to sites including Oldbury, Chesterfield, Leicester and Derby, you will support Occupational Health services for DHU Healthcare and our NHS 111 service. Some flexibility may be required to support early or late clinics.

As an Occupational Health Advisor, you will provide independent, evidence-based advice following management referrals, undertake pre-placement health assessments, assess fitness for work, and support safety-critical, driver and night worker medicals in line with relevant guidance and organisational policy.

As an Occupational Health Advisor, you will

• Be a Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Have experience in Occupational Health and/or case management
• Provide independent, evidence-based fitness-for-work advice
• Undertake pre-placement health assessments and assess fitness for work
• Recommend reasonable adjustments, phased returns and rehabilitation support
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with GDPR, NMC standards and service policies
• Prepare clear, objective Occupational Health reports for managers and stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with HR, line managers, Health and Safety colleagues and external professionals
• Support the review and development of Occupational Health procedures, protocols, audit and quality improvement activity
• Contribute to workplace wellbeing and health promotion initiatives
• Be confident using electronic systems and working independently in a mainly home-based role

Essential criteria you will bring

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Occupational Health Diploma or Degree with at least 5 years post-qualification experience
• Occupational Health or case management experience
• Strong communication and report- writing skills
• IT Literate and confident using electronic systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

For you, benefits that work

• Access to the NHS pension scheme
• Wellbeing support
• Flexible working options
• Career growth and development opportunities

Learning, leading, shaping healthcare. At DHU Healthcare, we support your growth at every stage of your career. With clear career paths, tailored training and the DHU Academy, you’ll have the tools and encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities, take the next step and make an impact.

From leadership programmes and apprenticeships to essential role‑specific training, development is part of how we work and shape healthcare together.

We believe great care starts with people feeling valued, respected and supported. That’s why we’re proud to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and welcome colleagues from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates to share any support or reasonable adjustments they may need during the recruitment process. We proudly support the Armed Forces community, recognising the strengths and dedication they bring.

We’re proud to offer fulfilling roles with real opportunities for growth plus training, wellbeing benefits and clear career pathways.

Ready to make the difference?