Occupational Health Technician

Forecast Recruitment Ltd; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mobile Occupational Health Technician for their expanding team in Yeovil, England. This full-time position involves conducting health assessments in a Mobile Medical Unit, with comprehensive training provided. Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and be over 21 years old. The role involves traveling to various client sites and ensuring the equipment is safe and operational. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established organization delivering essential health services.

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Must be 21+ for insurance purposes.
• Must provide a DVLA licence share code.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance including audiometry and lung function testing.
• Accurately record clinical data and support the wider Occupational Health team.
• Ensure Mobile Medical Unit remains clean, safe, and operational.
• Support health promotion activities and assist with wider Occupational Health tasks.

Skills

Healthcare Support Worker

Emergency Care Assistant

Clinical measurements experience

Driving skills

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

Occupational Health Technician - Mobile Role (Yeovil / Somerset)

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs (8am-6pm)

Location: Yeovil & Somerset region (occasional UK travel)

Our client is expanding their mobile Occupational Health team and we are supporting them in recruiting motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Health Technicians. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering high-quality health surveillance services across the Yeovil and Somerset area.

You will work on the road in a fully equipped Mobile Medical Unit/van, visiting a range of client sites and providing essential workplace health assessments. A comprehensive 3-week training and induction programme is provided, along with ongoing support and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting health surveillance including audiometry, lung function testing and baseline measurements
• Accurately recording clinical data and supporting the wider OH team
• Ensuring equipment and the Mobile Medical Unit remain clean, safe, and fully operational
• Supporting health promotion activities and assisting with wider Occupational Health tasks as required

Who We’re Looking For

• Healthcare Support Worker
• Emergency Care Assistant / Ambulance Technician
• Army Medic
• Sports Science graduate with experience in clinical measurements

Requirements

• Full manual UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months)
• Must be 21+ (insurance requirement for vehicle use)
• Ability to provide a DVLA licence share code

Please note: During the initial weeks, travel may be required using your own vehicle or a hire car until the company van is allocated.