Occupational Health Technician

Iggesund Paperboard; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paperboard manufacturer is seeking an Occupational Health Technician to improve and maintain employee health and safety at the Workington Mill. Responsibilities include conducting health surveillance, supporting employee wellbeing, and maintaining health records. Ideal candidates will have experience in a healthcare setting and strong communication skills. This is a permanent role offering competitive benefits and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Contributory pension plan

Cycle to work scheme

Social Club with regular events

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and conduct health surveillance such as audiometry, spirometry, and vision testing.
• Provide support to employees and assist with access to further services.
• Lead health promotion and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Education

Relevant qualifications in Occupational Health

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Technician to join our team at our Workington Mill. Joining us on a permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and become part of our welcoming team.

Are you someone with a health care background looking to apply your already existing skills into a fantastic new role

Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and a member of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the brand Incada. Our paperboard is an integral part of the shopping experience for our clients customers. Since 2013 we have powered the mill almost entirely by fossil fuel free energy. We value our employees and products highly. Today we are approximately 340 co-workers. Our integrated pulp and paperboard mill is located to the west of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England.

What we will offer you:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• A role where you can make a tangible impact on the health and safety of employees
• Fantastic Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• A range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing
• Opportunities to develop and grow
• Annual uniform allowance
• Occupational Health provision
• On-site staff canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Exclusive staff discounts and deals through Benefit Hub
• Social Club with regular events throughout the year
• Family friendly procedures including enhanced maternity leave and menopause procedure.

Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory checks evidencing a right to work in the UK.

About the Occupational Health Technician role:

We are currently seeking a motivated and professional Occupational Health Technician to join our HR Team at the Workington Mill reporting to the HR Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on site 4 days a week within a supportive and proactive environment, where your work will directly contribute to the health, wellbeing, and safety of our employees.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for arranging and conducting health surveillance such as audiometry, spirometry, vision testing
• Provide support to employees within the workplace and provide assistance to access further services
• Carry out drug and alcohol screening in accordance with policy
• Lead health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Maintain accurate, confidential health records in line with data protection regulations
• Assist with health risk assessments and reporting
• Provide reporting and data to the business in alignment with the role
• Coordinate annual flu vaccination campaign and other proactive health campaigns
• Work closely with the HSE Manager to ensure a safe environment for employees
• Provide support to Occupational Health Advisor as required

Qualifications & Experience:

We welcome applicants with demonstratable experience in a medical or healthcare setting. You should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, good IT literacy and attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage your time effectively. Relevant qualifications in Occupational Health are desirable but not essential. Training will be provided for the successful candidate.

Disabled applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply. We will make accommodations during the recruitment process to ensure accessibility.

Closing Date: 1600 hours on 8th August 2025.

If you re looking for the opportunity to challenge yourself and make a positive impact with a pioneering customer-orientated business, we d love to hear from you. Please click apply now to be considered as our Occupational Health Technician!

Holmen is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

We are devoted and committed to developing our teams and ensuring that our staff have the courage, commitment and responsibility to perform at their best. We provide significant resources to enable you to achieve your potential and expect our staff to perform to the best of their ability at all times.