Occupational Health Adviser

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Shropshire Council is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor to deliver a comprehensive advisory service for employees and external clients. The role includes managing referrals, providing evidence-based recommendations, and supporting development of OH standards and policies.

The successful candidate will possess an Occupational Health qualification and be an NMC registered adult nurse, with strong communication and independent working skills. Some site attendance in Shrewsbury may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Occupational Health Advisory services.
• Experience managing occupational health referrals and case management.
• Strong communication, report writing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive Occupational Health Advisory service to Shropshire Council and external clients.
• Manage occupational health referrals efficiently, providing clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Support the Senior Occupational Health Adviser in delivering and developing Occupational Health services.
• Act as a competent Occupational Health Practitioner within the service.
• Provide specialist advice on employee health, fitness for work, rehabilitation, and workplace adjustments.
• Maintain knowledge of current UK Health & Safety legislation and apply to practice.
• Lead and contribute to clinical audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Support development and implementation of Occupational Health standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Undertake and manage health surveillance programmes in line with Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote employee wellbeing and assist in reducing sickness absence through proactive case management.

Skills

Occupational Health expertise

NMC Registered Adult Nurse

Mental health case management

Stakeholder management

Remote work capability

Education

NMC Registered Adult Nurse

Occupational Health qualification

Job description

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting employee wellbeing, managing occupational health referrals, and providing expert advice to help reduce workplace risks and promote positive health outcomes. Attendance at the Council's offices in Shrewsbury may occasionally be required on an ad-hoc basis., Deliver a comprehensive Occupational Health Advisory service to Shropshire Council and external clients.

• Deliver a comprehensive Occupational Health Advisory service to Shropshire Council and external clients.


• Manage occupational health referrals efficiently, providing clear, evidence-based recommendations.


• Support the Senior Occupational Health Adviser in delivering and developing Occupational Health services.


• Act as a competent Occupational Health Practitioner within the service.


• Provide specialist advice on employee health, fitness for work, rehabilitation, and workplace adjustments.


• Maintain a strong working knowledge of current UK Health & Safety legislation and apply this to practice.


• Lead and contribute to clinical audits and service improvement initiatives.


• Support the development and implementation of Occupational Health standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.


• Undertake and manage health surveillance programmes in line with current Health & Safety requirements.


• Promote employee wellbeing and assist in reducing sickness absence through proactive case management.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants with experience supporting employees with mental health conditions are particularly encouraged to apply. A relevant qualification or significant experience in mental health case management would be highly advantageous., NMC Registered Adult Nurse


• Occupational Health qualification, knowledge, and practical experience


• Experience managing occupational health referrals and case management


• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and its application within Occupational Health practice


• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder management skills


• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening specific to your role, including (but not limited to) right to work in the UK and references