Occupational Health Advisor

Optima Health (OH&W); Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Volunteer Days

YuLife Employee Benefits Platform

Clinical Training Academy

Paid CPD Days

Professional Registration Fees Paid

Job summary

Optima Health (OH&W) is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor in Macclesfield. This role involves a mix of onsite and remote case management for clients, as well as health surveillance and workplace assessments. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse with experience in Occupational Health and current NMC registration.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer 25 days annual leave, a buy and sell holiday scheme, and extensive training programs. Join us in creating healthier workplaces!

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with proven experience working as an Occupational Health Advisor.
• Current NMC Registration is required.
• Ability to travel to client site as required on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct case management and health surveillance/fitness to work screenings.
• Undertake workplace assessments and report health risks.
• Advise employees on physical and mental health problems.

Skills

Registered General Nurse

Experience as Occupational Health Advisor

Current NMC Registration

Ability to travel to client sites

HAVS, Audio & Spirometry knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Health Advisor

Location: Macclesfield

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + benefits pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time or Part time - Part time would be 4 days per week, 3 days on site

Right to live and work in the UK is required for this role.

Role Summary

This role will be working on a prestigious pharmaceutical contract in Macclesfield. It will involve 3 days onsite at the client office Macclesfield undertaking case management (face to face and remote) and health surveillance/fitness to work and as such training and recent experience in this will be essential. The other 2 days will be remote case management for a variety of clients.

This will be a varied role which will involve undertaking workplace assessments and reporting on potential risks to health. You will undertake health surveillance, pre‑employment, and fitness for work screenings where appropriate. You will also advise employees on both physical and mental health problems, all the while maintaining the highest standards of occupational healthcare.

In return, we offer an industry‑leading training and development program to help you get where you want to go in Occupational Health. If you want to carry out additional training and qualifications or take on a leadership and management responsibility, then we will help support you.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Registered General Nurse with proven experience working as an Occupational Health Advisor
• Current NMC Registration
• Ability to travel to client site where required on a weekly basis.
• HAVS, Audio & Spirometry would be desirable however not essential

What Can We Offer You?

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Volunteer Days
• YuLife Employee Benefits Platform
• Save As You Earn Scheme
• Eye Test Vouchers
• Flu Vaccination Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Clinical Training Academy
• Paid CPD Days
• Professional Registration Fees Paid
• RAVE Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Right to Request Flexible Working From Day 1

About Us

Optima Health is the UK's largest provider of Occupational Health and wellbeing services, supporting organisations across both the public and private sectors. With a heritage dating back to 1947, we have been helping employers create healthier, high‑performing workplaces for generations, and we continue to evolve with innovative, practical solutions that make a real difference.

At the heart of our story are our people. We bring together like‑minded professionals who are passionate about improving workplace health and wellbeing and delivering meaningful support to the organisations we work with across the UK.

When you join Optima Health, you become part of something bigger. We invest in our people/you through structured induction, ongoing training and tailored career development, helping you build the skills and experience to grow your career.

Together, We Live Our Values

One Team – There are no barriers in our business. We trust each other and work together as one team to deliver what our clients need. We all have a part to play in our future, and everyone's contribution is important and valued.

Doing the Right Thing – We operate to the highest standards. Success is underpinned by honesty and integrity, and by doing what we say we will do. We care about the impact of our work on our people, our clients, their employees, society, and the world we live in. Caring for our colleagues' wellbeing and respecting their time, energy and balance is fundamental to this value.

Shaping Tomorrow – We are always looking for ways to improve and innovate. We train, support and empower future leaders, invest in market‑leading propositions and use technology to advance service and clinical outcomes. We evolve how we work - embracing smarter, more flexible approaches that help our people thrive both professionally and personally.

Never Too Big to Care – We always retain a client‑first approach. Every client, and every one of their employees that we support, matters. We work in partnership to optimise workplace health and wellbeing, sharing in the benefits of growing together.

Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.