Occupational Health Governance & Quality Manager

Network Rail; Greater London; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transportation organisation is seeking an Occupational Health Governance and Assurance Manager to ensure a safe and effective Occupational Health service. This role involves developing governance frameworks, managing audits, and fostering quality improvements across various teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Occupational Health and a strong understanding of key standards. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Discounts with Network Rail pass

Defined benefit pension scheme

75% subsidy on train tickets

Interest-free travel loan

Volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on Part 1 of the NMC Register.
• Hold an occupational health qualification.
• Experience in Occupational Health in a senior position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the governance framework and coordinate audit programme.
• Analysing and reporting on audit outcomes.
• Develop and maintain processes for accreditation.

Skills

Registered nurse on NMC Register

Occupational health qualification

Experience in quality management

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent report writing skills

Education

Occupational health qualification

Job description

About Network Rail

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments, click here.

We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work‑life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

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If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Vacancy Details

Duration: Permanent

Location: This role is based in The Quadrant:MK. It is a full‑time opportunity; flexible working patterns will be considered. For Quadrant:MK, you must live within 75/90 minutes.

Band & Salary: (Band 2b) £71,163 - £84,437

Brief Description

Network Rail is seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Health Governance and Assurance Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of a safe, quality, and effective Occupational Health service. The successful candidate will develop and manage the Occupational Health governance framework and lead a core programme of audits covering all aspects of Occupational Health activities.

About the role (External)

About the team..

Our Occupational Health team plays a vital role in protecting and enhancing the health, safety, and wellbeing of our workforce across 22 centres nationwide. We ensure high‑quality service delivery through robust governance, quality assurance, and a strong culture of continuous improvement.

We manage a comprehensive governance framework and audit programme designed to assess compliance, identify risks, and drive evidence‑based enhancements. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, we lead quality projects, share insights, and support the implementation of sustainable improvements.

Compliance with key standards – SEQOHS, ISO 45001, RISQS, and CQC – is at the heart of what we do, helping to embed a recognised culture of excellence and accountability. Collaboration, innovation, and best practice are central to our approach.

What does the average day look like?

As Clinical Governance and Quality Manager, you'll oversee the governance framework and coordinate a structured audit programme that spans all aspects of Occupational Health delivery. You'll lead and support assurance activities, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external standards while maintaining the highest levels of safety and service quality.

You’ll play a key role in shaping and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and evidence‑based practice. Working closely with the Head of Occupational Health Delivery, you'll manage quality‑focused initiatives aimed at optimizing service delivery, clinical outcomes, and customer satisfaction.

Your day may include analysing and reporting on audit outcomes, conducting complex audits, and presenting findings to senior stakeholders to secure buy‑in for recommended improvements. You'll also develop and maintain processes to support ongoing accreditation and compliance with standards such as SEQOHS, ISO 45001, RISQS, and CQC, ensuring quality remains at the core of everything we do.

Who are we looking for?

We're seeking a motivated, skilled, and experienced professional with a strong background in Occupational Health governance and quality assurance. You'll have an excellent understanding of frameworks such as SEQOHS, ISO 45001, RISQS, and CQC, and a proven ability to apply these effectively to support compliance and drive improvement.

Your analytical mindset and problem‑solving skills will enable you to interpret audit findings and identify opportunities for meaningful change. Equally important are your communication and influencing skills – allowing you to engage confidently with stakeholders, present findings clearly, and gain commitment to quality initiatives.

Essential Criteria

• Registered nurse on Part 1 of the NMC Register
• Hold an occupational health qualification, for example certificate, diploma or degree [which may be recorded on Part 3 of the NMC register Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN)]
• Proven experience in Occupational Health working for a large multi‑discipline organisation in a senior position
• Experience in quality management, with knowledge of governance and quality frameworks and applicable policies, standards and national legislation
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Good interpersonal, influencing, communication and organisation skills

Please see attached job description for full details.

How to apply (External)

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Closing date

17th October 2025. However, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early based on application volumes.

Next Steps

Interviews will be held w/c 24th October 2025, depending on business requirements.

Some of our great benefits

• 🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
• 🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
• 🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 🚂 75% subsidy on train tickets.
• 🎟 Interest‑free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
• 🕊 Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
• Plus more....