Job Description:

Occupational Health Advisor 

Location: Byron House, Millers Way, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4NX
Contract: Temporary / Contract Opportunity
Working Pattern: Full-time, flexible allocation depending on experience and role
Service Area: Occupational Health

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced and motivated Occupational Health professionals to join an established Occupational Health team in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

Due to an increase in demand and a significant backlog of work, additional clinical support is urgently required to help the department manage outstanding cases, deliver essential occupational health services and maintain effective support for employees and managers.

The organisation is open to appointing either:

• One experienced Occupational Health professional with the skills and experience to cover the full remit of the position; or

• Two individuals, comprising an experienced Occupational Health Clinic Nurse and a qualified Occupational Health Advisor (OHA).

This is an excellent opportunity for clinicians who can work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute positively to a busy Occupational Health service.

Working Arrangements

The anticipated working pattern will be:

Clinic Nurse / Clinical Support:

• 2 days per week undertaking clinic-based work and visits to operational sites.

• Hepatitis B vaccinations and immunisations.

• Venepuncture and blood testing.

• Driver medical assessments.

• Pre-placement medical assessments.

Occupational Health Advisor:

• 3 days per week undertaking case management and pre-placement assessments.

• Employee health assessments and management referrals.

• Occupational health reports and recommendations.

• Ill-health retirement assessments and associated casework.

The allocation of duties may be adjusted depending on the successful candidate's skills and experience.

Occupational Health Advisor (OHA) About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Occupational Health Advisor to support the department with its case management workload and help reduce the current backlog.

You will be responsible for providing professional occupational health advice, undertaking management referrals, assessing employee fitness for work and producing clear, evidence-based reports to support employees, managers and HR.

The successful candidate will have strong experience within local government Occupational Health, with the confidence and clinical expertise to manage complex cases independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied occupational health case management caseload.

• Undertaking case management triage and prioritising referrals appropriately.

• Providing clear and professional occupational health advice to managers, employees and HR.

• Assessing fitness for work and advising on appropriate workplace adjustments and support.

• Producing comprehensive occupational health reports with clear recommendations and action plans for managers.

• Preparing GP reports and requesting relevant medical information where appropriate.

• Managing complex cases, including long-term sickness absence and capability-related referrals.

• Providing advice and guidance regarding Ill-Health Retirement (IHR).

• Managing Ill-Health Retirement cases, including appropriate assessment and referral to the Senior Occupational Health Advisor.

• Advising on deferred benefits and associated occupational health matters.

• Undertaking pre-placement health assessments.

• Supporting effective case progression and helping reduce the department's existing backlog.

• Maintaining accurate and confidential occupational health records.

• Working collaboratively with HR, managers and the wider Occupational Health team.

Essential Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant Occupational Health qualifications and professional experience.

• Extensive experience in Occupational Health case management.

• Previous experience working within a local government Occupational Health setting.

• Strong knowledge and experience of Ill-Health Retirement processes.

• Experience undertaking case management triage and managing complex referrals.

• Knowledge of deferred benefits and associated occupational health procedures.

• Experience preparing GP reports and interpreting medical information.

• Excellent report-writing skills, with the ability to provide clear professional opinions and practical management recommendations.

• Confidence in advising managers and HR on complex employee health matters.

• Strong clinical judgement, analytical skills and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a wider team.

Desirable:

• Experience using eOPAS.

• Familiarity with the G2 system. Training will be provided following implementation.

• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint.

• Previous experience supporting local authority or public sector organisations.

  Why Join This Team?

This is an opportunity to join an established Occupational Health department and make an immediate contribution to an important service.

You will play a key role in supporting employees, managers and HR, helping to improve service delivery, reduce outstanding casework and ensure employees receive timely and appropriate occupational health support.

We welcome applications from experienced Occupational Health Nurses and qualified Occupational Health Advisors, as well as individuals who can confidently deliver the full range of responsibilities outlined above.