Trainee Occupational Health Technician

Purosearch Ltd; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Occupational Health Technician for a full-time position. You will conduct various occupational health assessments across the UK, including audiometry and drug testing. The role requires a full UK driving licence, and no previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within the field of Occupational Health.

Benefits

Salary from £26,000 to £30,000

Full training and ongoing development

Company vehicle for work travel

All equipment provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Willingness to travel nationwide for client assessments.
• No prior occupational health experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out occupational health assessments at client sites.
• Drive a manual van for travel to various locations.
• Participate in health promotion activities.

Skills

Confident communicator

Good people skills

Ability to work independently

Organisational skills

Job description

Trainee Occupational Health Technician
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum
Job Type:Full-time, Permanent
Location: Exeter

Are you looking to start an exciting career in Occupational Health? We are recruiting a Trainee Occupational Health Technician to join our team on a full‑time, permanent basis.

No previous occupational health experience is required—full training will be provided!

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident working with people, enjoys travel, and is looking for a long‑term, stable role with great development prospects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

You will travel to client sites across the UK (Monday–Friday) carrying out a range of occupational health assessments, including:

• Audiometry
• Spirometry
• Drug & Alcohol Testing
• Safety Critical Medicals
• HAVS (Tier 1 & 2)
• Pre‑employment medicals
• Health promotion activities

You must be comfortable driving a manual van and staying away from home on a weekly basis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Confident communicator with good people skills
• Professional, reliable, and organised
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• No prior occupational health experience needed—full training is provided

What We Offer:

• Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per year + overtime
• Full training and ongoing development
• Company vehicle for work travel
• All equipment provided
• Opportunities to progress within Occupational Health
• Supportive and friendly team environment

If you’re interested in starting a rewarding career in Occupational Health, apply now or contact Chantelle on 020 7952 7641 to learn more and receive the full job description.