Occupational Health Advisor

Nestlé; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor in York. The role involves managing occupational health cases and conducting assessments with a focus on client care. A competitive salary of £45,000 and generous benefits including flexible working, a pension plan, and personal development opportunities are offered. The closing date for applications is October 21, 2025.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + flex days

Comprehensive induction plan

Qualifications

• Registered nurse in the UK.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in occupational health.

Responsibilities

• Manage occupational health cases efficiently.
• Conduct telephone and face-to-face assessments.

Skills

Strong case management skills

Professionalism

Ability to influence change

Education

Recognised Occupational Health nurse qualification

Tools

OPAS G2

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Position Snapshot External

Nestlé UK&I

Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

York - Hybrid working but will need to travel to York office

Salary £45,000 (depending on experience) + potential bonus + fantastic benefits inc. pension/ 25 days holiday + additional 12 days flex days, flexible working. Full-time position, services operate between the hours of 08:30 to 17:00 with one hour lunch.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged to join our in-house Occupational Health team, which is part of the Nestlé Health and Wellbeing function for the UK & Ireland. We emphasise quality over quantity, ensuring that we consistently provide appropriate levels of support.

Services operate between the hours of 08:30 to 17:00 with one hour lunch. A typical day usually includes four referral appointments and one remote pre-placement.

While the role primarily involves working from home, there will be occasional travel to our Head Office in York, as well as some ad hoc travel to various site locations across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage occupational health cases with professionalism and efficiency, demonstrating the ability to influence and drive positive change through strong case management skills.
• Conduct telephone-based assessments, and when appropriate, face-to-face work-based assessments. This includes adhering to planned schedules for clinical triage, booked appointments, meetings, project work, and training and development.

About the Team

You will be joining a dedicated, nurse-led team consisting of five Occupational Health Nurse Advisors, complemented by Occupational Health Administration Staff. Clinical leadership is provided by the Occupational Health Manager, alongside additional remote support from our contracted Occupational Physician service. Our services are further enhanced by structured counselling through the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and physiotherapy services available via a trusted third-party network.

Technology and Tools

We use OPAS G2, a cloud-based occupational health software system, to efficiently manage referrals and appointments. Our automated booking system enhances operational efficiency, while advanced telephone software and Microsoft Teams facilitate effective remote communication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registration to practice as a nurse in the UK.
• A recognised Occupational Health nurse qualification.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in an occupational health setting.

Work Environment and Equipment

We provide all necessary equipment for remote work, including a laptop, second monitor, mobile phone, headset, keyboard and mouse. Alternatively, if you are located near York, you have the option to work from our serviced offices, which feature an onsite gym and restaurant.

Onboarding and Induction

You will be supported with a comprehensive induction plan lasting 4 to 5 weeks, designed to ensure your seamless integration into the Nestlé family.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestlé – in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.

The closing date for this role is 21st of October 2025

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect – for our employees, our customers and our consumers. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!