Occupational Health Technician - Plymouth

Amber Mace; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading occupational health provider is seeking a motivated Occupational Health Technician in Plymouth. The role involves conducting health surveillance and screening, accurately recording medical information, and supporting health promotion initiatives. The ideal candidate will have healthcare experience or a Sports Science degree, strong communication skills, and understanding of GDPR. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, extra holiday, and discounted gym membership.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday day off

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Health cashback plan

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role such as Healthcare Support Worker, EMT, Army Medic, or related.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Understanding of GDPR and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance activities like audiometry and lung function tests.
• Record medical data accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and calibration of medical equipment.
• Support health promotion initiatives.
• Provide biometric data for clinical decision-making.

Skills

Health surveillance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Knowledge of GDPR

Education

Experience in a healthcare role or Sports Science degree

Job description

Occupational Health Technician

Location: Plymouth (single site)

Salary: £24.5-26k (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week (7.30‑4 Mon to Thurs, Friday removed)

A leading occupational health provider is seeking a motivated and professional Occupational Health Technician to join its expanding team in Plymouth for a single site role. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on workplace health, delivering high‑quality health surveillance and screening services to one client.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of health surveillance and screening activities, including audiometry, lung function testing, and baseline measurements such as height, weight, blood pressure, and urinalysis.
• Accurately record medical information in occupational health records and share findings with relevant clinical staff.
• Ensure all medical equipment is clean, calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Support health promotion initiatives and assist in additional occupational health duties.
• Provide accurate biometric data to assist nursing and physician staff with clinical decision‑making.

About You

• Experience in a similar role such as Healthcare Support Worker, Emergency Care Assistant, Ambulance Technician, Army Medic, or a similar healthcare background.
• Alternatively, a Sports Science graduate with experience conducting baseline health measurements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Good understanding of GDPR and the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable and capable of working both independently and within a team.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%)
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Birthday day off (non‑contractual)
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Health cashback plan

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys travel and variety to develop their career in occupational health and play a key role in promoting employee wellbeing across the UK. Please note, due to the nature of this role, British Citizenship is essential. For more information please contact Helene on (phone number removed) or email.