Occupational Health Advisor

My Food and Family; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor in Telford to enhance workplace health. Responsibilities include providing clinical advice, managing health assessments, and developing wellbeing initiatives. The ideal candidate will be NMC registered with relevant qualifications and strong communication skills. Offering competitive salary between £35,000 and £40,000 pro-rata, alongside benefits like 27 days leave and private medical insurance, this role supports your professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• NMC registered with relevant OH qualifications.
• Experience collaborating with management and HR.
• Passion for employee wellbeing and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice to management regarding health concerns.
• Complete fitness for work assessments.
• Monitor and review Occupational Health policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proactive relationship-building

Education

NMC Level One registration

Relevant OH Diploma or degree

Job description

Job Description

Occupational Health Advisor (OHA) is a people‑focused collaborator who supports an inclusive environment and leads the on‑site Occupational Health service. The aim is to prevent work‑related illness and injury by providing proactive robust clinical advice and recommendations to the company.

Reporting & Work/Arrangements

Reporting into the Health & Safety Manager, the OHA delivers a full remit of Occupational Health support, completing clinical records in compliance with medical confidentiality guidelines and Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) expectations. The OHA handles their own diary and case load and works autonomously as a specialist in the field of Occupational Health. We offer full or part‑time or set days in the office that fit around your schedule. There is a requirement to spend 2‑days per month at our site in Worcester.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice and actionable recommendations to line managers and HR in relation to employees’ health concerns.
• Complete fitness for work Health Assessments for new starters.
• Attend regular meetings with HR and Operational Managers, providing an overview of OH activities and updates on employee health issues including absence cases.
• Assist the HR Manager to monitor, review and develop Occupational Health Policies and procedures to ensure they meet current legislation and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidance on best practice and clinical standards recommendations.
• Assist with the implementation and running of the health surveillance programme in line with HSE guidelines including COSHH; Control of Noise AT Work Regs (2005), Control of Vibration at Work Regs (2005) and ensure clinical standards are met.
• Support management with the completion of individual risk assessments and workplace assessments where a health need has been identified as a concern.
• Support the site in developing its Mental Health wellbeing strategy.
• Proactively support the organisation in the delivery of wellbeing initiatives.
• Support with facilitating environmental surveys and provide Occupational Health related advice to colleagues.
• Deliver presentations / training sessions to promote health and wellbeing.
• Take part in departmental audits.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is NMC Level One registered, with a relevant OH Diploma or degree (SCPHN preferable). They are an outstanding communicator with a positive demeanour and form effective and proactive working relationships with Management teams, HR, Health and Safety and employees. They can work closely with external bodies, GPs, Consultants, Health and wellbeing agencies. Experience of supporting unions to understand the role and purpose of Occupational Health is great, but above all we value a passion for improving the wellbeing of our people.

What We Offer

• Salary £35,000 – £40,000 pro‑rata depending on experience, part‑time options will be considered.
• 27 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays.
• Options to ‘buy’ additional annual leave.
• Tusker Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts on gym memberships.
• 12× Life Assurance.
• Virtual GP, and Best Doctors service.
• Private Medical Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Eye‑care.

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and commitment to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and cultivating strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Location(s)

Telford