Occupational Health Technician

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in occupational health is seeking an Occupational Health Technician to join its expanding team in Northampton. This full-time role involves traveling throughout the UK to deliver essential health surveillance services, with a supportive environment and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension up to 6%

Life assurance

Birthday leave

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in health surveillance and recording is essential.
• Must be comfortable with overnight travel and driving a Mobile Medical Unit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance screenings and maintain accurate medical records.
• Support the occupational health team and promote health activities.
• Travel to client sites and stay overnight as required.

Skills

Health surveillance screening

Accurate record keeping

Equipment maintenance

Health promotion support

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Occupational Health Technician, Northampton

Client: Richard Everson Recruitment

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

09.07.2025

Expiry Date:

23.08.2025

Job Description:

I am looking for an Occupational Health Technician to join my client's expanding peripatetic team. The successful applicant will be required to travel throughout the UK, driving a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to client sites to deliver health surveillance services, based in Northampton. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, typically between 8 am and 6 pm. Initially, you will use your personal vehicle or a company hire car until a new company van is available. This role offers a supportive environment with a 4-week training and induction, plus ongoing mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake health surveillance screening (audiometry, lung function, baseline measurements)
• Accurately record all medical information and pass to clinical staff
• Maintain equipment in good condition
• Support additional tasks such as health promotion activities
• Support the wider occupational health team

Travel & Overnight Stays:

The role involves regular travel, including overnight stays. You must be able to park the MMU at or near your home and be comfortable with being away for about 3 weeks each month, returning home on weekends. Benefits include diary visibility 6 weeks in advance, £30 subsistence per night away, access to a Premier Inn booking account, a fuel card, and an extra day off for your birthday.

Salary:

£25,000 to £27,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension up to 6%
• Life assurance
• Birthday leave
• Starting with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme

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