Occupational Health Technician - Blackburn

OH Medical Recruitment Ltd.; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Blackburn is seeking an Occupational Health Technician to provide health surveillance services across the UK from a Mobile Medical Unit. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare roles and a valid driving licence. This position offers a salary between £25,000 and £27,000, extensive training, and various employee benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and health cashback plan.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Health cashback plan

Discounted gym membership

Overnight stays paid for by the company

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Support Worker, Army Medic, or Ambulance Technician.
• Full manual UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away up to 3 weeks per month.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance screenings including various tests.
• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to client sites nationwide.
• Maintain accurate occupational health records and equipment standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

Overview

OH Medical is working in partnership with one of the UK’s leading Occupational Health and Wellbeing providers to recruit an Occupational Health Technician based in Blackburn.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding peripatetic team, travelling across the UK in a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to deliver high-quality health surveillance services. You’ll receive full training, ongoing mentoring, and the chance to build a rewarding career within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.

Duties

• Conduct health surveillance screenings including audiometry, spirometry, blood pressure, height, weight, urinalysis, and vision testing.
• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to client sites nationwide.
• Maintain accurate occupational health records and equipment standards.
• Support health promotion activities and assist clinical teams with information gathering.
• Provide biometric data to support clinical decision-making.

Criteria

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Support Worker, Army Medic, Ambulance Technician, or similar, or a degree in Sports Science (or related field).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage travel demands.
• A proactive and professional approach to work.
• Full manual UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months) and ability to park the MMU overnight.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away up to 3 weeks per month (home every weekend).

Salary & Benefits

• £25,000 – £27,000 per annum (DOE).
• Full 3-week induction and training programme.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%).
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service).
• Birthday day off.
• Life assurance.
• Health cashback plan, discounted gym membership & Cycle to Work scheme.
• Food allowance and fuel card for travel.
• Overnight stays paid for by the company.

If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to develop your career in Occupational Health, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply now with your CV or contact Ben Higgins on 01582 368699 for more information.