Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (CTM UHB / CAV UHB)

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Wales is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse Specialist to provide exemplary occupational health services. The incumbent will manage responsibilities aligned with NHS guidelines and supervise junior staff. Candidates must hold a relevant master's degree and current NMC registration, along with experience in NHS occupational health. The role offers an opportunity to work across diverse locations in Wales.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible work options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Master's Degree or equivalent with advanced training.
• Specialist knowledge of infectious diseases.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational health services.
• Manage Occupational Health responsibilities per legislation.
• Supervise less experienced staff.

Skills

Occupational Health expertise

Complex case management

Health risk assessment

Strong motivation

Professional integrity

Education

Master's Degree or equivalent

Relevant Occupational Health qualification

NMC registration

NEBOSH certificate

Job description

Go back Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (CTM UHB / CAV UHB)

The closing date is 19 November 2025

The Occupational Health (OH) Service works to "promote good health, safety and welfare in work, collaboratively facilitating the right support, at the right time in the right way". The post holder will be an experienced Occupational Health Nurse with previous NHS experience. They are responsible for providing a comprehensive evidence-based occupational health exemplary service to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) and Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (CAVUHB) employees and other external contracts.

Main duties of the job

They will assist CTMUHB/CAVUHB in managing its Occupational Health responsibilities in line with legislation, compliance with national and local guidance relating to fitness to work for new starters and those employed. The post holder will work with the Senior Management Team to develop and implement collaborative working model across CAVUHB and CTMUHB Occupational Health Services.

The post holder will exercise considerable initiative, work autonomously and will establish relationships with service users and agencies. They will be a key player in the rapidly evolving occupational health service in line with current Occupational Health initiatives on multiple sites.

They will manage new/less experienced Occupational Health Nurses and HealthCare Support Workers and assist with ensuring CTMUHB and CAVUHB provides a safe effective, quality Occupational Health Service.

The post holder will be required to contribute with strategic work, including attendance at key meetings representing Occupational Health e.g. Health and Safety, Strategic Immunisation Group, Infection Prevention and Control Committee. They will interdepartmentally take a lead for specific projects e.g. Computer database superuser, Continual Professional Development lead, mentor for new staff.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Master's Degree or its equivalent level of knowledge and advanced postgraduate training/experience.
• Relevant Occupational Health qualification/working towards or willingness to acquire.
• Specialist knowledge of healthcare related infectious diseases.
• SCPHN(OH)-Part 3 NMC register
• NEBOSH certificate
• Knowledge of all organisations policies and procedures.

Experience

• Previous experience working in an NHS Occupational Health Department.
• Extensive complex case management of sickness absence advice to management.
• Assessment of health risks in the workplace
• Previous management/supervision of staff.
• Experience of planning an OH campaign, e.g. health surveillance, flu planning
• Extensive occupational health knowledge gained in public and private sectors

Personal Qualities

• Highly motivated.
• Professional awareness.
• Display exemplary personal and professional standards of behaviour and integrity at all times.
• Ability to deal with stressful and emotional situations. Committed to equal opportunities
• Promote and uphold the values and behaviours of CTMUHB/CAVUHB.

Other

• Must be prepared to travel between CTMUHB/CAVUHB bases and to other sites in Wales in a timely manner.
• Occasional travel to other UK locations if required
• Ability to deal with demanding and varying workload

Aptitude and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage own time.
• Capable of working to strict deadlines
• Ability to provide complex management reports within agreed timeframes.
• Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Confidence, assertiveness, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to deal with sensitive/complex issues in a professional manner.
• Ability to deal with complaints and poor standards of work within the OH Service.
• Ability to deal with verbal aggression and written aggression in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to work under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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