Occupational Health Technician (Hinkley Point)

People First; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension up to 6%

Life assurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off (non-contractual)

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Health cashback plan

Job summary

Health Partners are seeking an Occupational Health Technician to join an on-site team at Hinkley Point C. You will conduct health screenings, maintain patient records, and support clinical staff while handling logistics and ensuring safety protocols.

The role requires a proactive, self-motivated candidate with strong IT literacy and excellent communication skills, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Background in occupational health is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health screening and baseline measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, urinalysis).
• Perform audiometry, lung function, vision screening, and drug/alcohol testing.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and support clinical staff.
• Assist with PTS medicals and non-clinical tasks.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated, and stored properly.

Skills

Health Care Assistant

Fitness Instructor

Ambulance EMT

Military Medic

Offshore Medic

Job description

At Health Partners, we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s leading providers of occupational health and wellbeing solutions. We partner with organisations across diverse industries, helping them to support the physical and mental health of their employees.

Please note that the closing date for this vacancy is subject to change and the advert may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.

REF: JOB7235

Role Outline:

We have an excellent opportunity for a confident and driven individual to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary occupational health team as an Occupational Health Technician. You will be based at our client site, Hinkley Point C. The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated with a proactive approach, capable of effectively prioritising and managing their own workload. This is an on‑site position based at our client’s premises, where you be undertaking health screening procedures in accordance with company protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

The role involves conducting health screening and surveillance procedures, including baseline measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, and urinalysis), audiometry, lung function testing, vision screening, and drug and alcohol testing, following strict chain of custody protocols. You will ensure the accurate and confidential recording of medical information, supporting clinical staff by maintaining meticulous occupational health records. Additional responsibilities include assisting with PTS medicals, non‑clinical tasks such as filing and tidying, and contributing to health promotion and education programmes. You will also ensure all equipment is maintained, calibrated, and properly stored. Adhering to set protocols and recognising role limitations, you will refer queries beyond your competency to clinical staff as appropriate. A commitment to best practices and continuous professional development is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in promoting health and safety in the workplace while working as part of a supportive team

What we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with a suitable background for this role, such as Health Care Assistant, Fitness Instructor, Ambulance EMT, Military Medic, or Offshore Medic. While there is no recognised professional qualification for this position, knowledge and experience in occupational health is essential. The ideal candidate will be approachable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral), and will possess strong IT literacy.

You should demonstrate a self‑motivated and proactive approach to work, the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team and have a strong understanding of patient confidentiality. Additionally, you should be capable of working effectively under supervision while recognising the limits of your practice.

Hours:

This is a full time position working 37.5 hours

The working pattern will involve a mix of day shifts (8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday), Back shift (4pm - 12pm) and night shifts (8pm to 6am, Monday to Thursday).

Location:

This is an on‑site role, working at our client site, Hinkley Point C, Somerset.

We are offering a competitive salary of £26,780 for this role.

Company Benefits:

We appreciate the people who work with us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that.

• Competitive annual salary dependent on qualifications and experience
• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
• Life assurance
• Starting on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Have a day off for your Birthday (non‑contractual benefit)
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health cashback plan

About Health Partners

Health Partners are committed to transforming the way health and wellbeing services are delivered in the UK. As one of the UK’s leading providers of occupational health and wellbeing solutions, we work with organisations across a wide range of industries to support the physical and mental health of their employees. Our mission is simple: to empower people to lead healthier, happier, and more productive lives.

With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, Health Partners combines clinical expertise with a personal, compassionate approach. Our multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including occupational health advisors, physicians, physiotherapists, and counsellors, delivers tailored, evidence‑based solutions designed to meet the unique needs of our clients and their workforce.

We pride ourselves on fostering long‑term partnerships built on trust, professionalism, and results. Whether it’s through workplace health assessments, proactive wellbeing initiatives, or mental health support, Health Partners is dedicated to making a real difference.

At the heart of Health Partners is a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. We believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities for growth, ensuring that our employees feel valued and inspired to deliver their best. By joining Health Partners, you’ll become part of a dynamic team that’s passionate about driving positive change in the workplace and beyond.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the field of health and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we can build healthier futures.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Health Partners are a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Health Partners are extremely proud to support the needs of our employees and as such understands everyone has individual work and home life responsibilities. We’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role, should this be a requirement for you.

We aim to become one of the most inspiring companies to work for and to achieve this ambition, we need the best talent to come and work for us. We look for candidates with the right skills and values to join us and selection is based on a fair and equal process. We’re proud to be committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Diversity and Inclusion forms an integral part of everything that we do, bringing together the best talent, helping people to realise their full potential by being yourself at work and delivering an outstanding service to everyone – regardless of difference.