Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Randstad Delivery; Corby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for an Occupational Health Advisor to join TATA Steel in Corby. In this part-time role, you will provide comprehensive Occupational Health services, manage health surveillance, conduct medical assessments, and support employees on health-related matters. The position requires a Registered General Nurse with at least 2 years' experience. Competitive pay rates of £20 - £25.64 per hour and various benefits, including paid holiday and professional support, are offered.

Benefits

Paid holiday

Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Occupational Health.
• Ability to work independently and manage caseloads.
• Experience with rehabilitation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support in relation to Occupational Health matters.
• Deliver health surveillance as per company policy.
• Conduct pre-placement and safety critical medicals.
• Advise line managers and HR on Occupational Health issues.
• Evaluate patients in case of illness or accident.

Skills

Proven experience within an Occupational Health setting

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

Education

Registered General Nurse

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health

Job description

Are you experienced and passionate towards delivering a great in house Occupational Health service?

Are you a registered Nurse with substantial experience within a standalone Occupational Health role?

We are supporting TATA Steel with a temporary opportunity for an Occupational Health Advisor to join their Corby works. Corby works employ circa 500 employees and are undergoing substantial investment and development to drive the organisation's mission of being a sustainable steel provider. The successful applicant will be someone who is passionate towards providing a pro active Occupational Health Service to its stakeholders in a standalone position.

Role

Occupational Health Advisor (RGN)

Location

TATA Steel, Weldon Rd, Corby NN17 5UA

Rate

£20 - £25.64ph (dependent upon experience)

Contract length

6 months initially

Shift Patterns

Part time, 22.5 hours, X3 full days per week (must be the same X3 days per week)

An option to do Mon-Fri and shorter hours is also possible

Start

ASAP but pending the successful completion of a medical assessment, which does include a Drug and Alcohol test

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive support to TATA Steel employees and Contractors in relation to Occupational Health matters
• Organising and delivering health surveillance to the business as per statutory requirements, guidance and company policy
• Conducting pre placement and safety critical medicals
• Carrying out due cause testing and routine screening
• Advising Line Managers and HR in the position of subject matter excerpt
• Assessing individuals for fitness to work following long term absence
• Supporting with rehabilitation programmes
• Referring case load as required to external health professionals
• Organising and delivering health promotion campaigns
• Evaluating patients within the company in the event of illness or accident
• Being on hand to provide emergency first aid treatment
• Maintaining the Occupational Health facility
• Following GDPR and patient confidentiality at all times
• Promoting the following of UK Health and safety legislation at all times

Essential requirements

• Proven experience within an Occupational Health setting (2+years)
• Registered General Nurse
• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health (advantage)
• Ability to work in a standalone Occupational health position and evidence previous experience of this
• Previous experience managing high levels of sickness and return to work supportPrevious experience managing a caseload of referrals
• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Profound knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation within an Industrial Environment (advantage)
• Ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholder
• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

Benefits

• Advice and editing on your current CV
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• Paid holiday
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.