Occupational Health Technician - Inverness

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

Job summary

A leading Occupational Health provider is seeking an Occupational Health Technician based in Inverness. The role involves conducting health screenings and driving a Mobile Medical Unit across the UK. Ideal candidates should have healthcare experience or a degree in a related field, along with excellent communication skills and a valid UK driving licence. This position offers a salary between £25,000 and £27,000, comprehensive training, and multiple benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Life assurance

Health cashback plan

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Food allowance

Fuel card for travel

Paid overnight stays

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience or relevant degree required.
• Must communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage time and travel effectively.
• Proactive in their approach with a good professional demeanor.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance screenings including audiometry and vision testing.
• Drive the Mobile Medical Unit to client sites nationwide.
• Maintain occupational health records and equipment standards.
• Support health promotion activities.
• Provide biometric data for clinical decisions.

Skills

Previous experience as a Healthcare Support Worker

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Professional approach to work

Full manual UK driving licence

Willingness to travel extensively

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

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 Inverness.

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.