Occupational Health Advisor

Key Responsibilities



Operational Management

• Provide OH services and expert advice regarding fitness for work, suitability for employment, and rehabilitation in accordance with professional standards, legislation, and local policies.

• Develop and evaluate cost-effective health promotion activities for Council staff, schools, and external clients.

• Use specialist knowledge to advise peers, managers, and clients on complex health matters.

Communication

• Represent Health and Wellbeing Services in internal and external meetings, deputising for the line manager when required.

• Maintain accurate clinical notes in accordance with legislation and ethical standards.

• Liaise effectively with GPs, consultants, and other healthcare providers.

Partnerships & Corporate Working

• Collaborate with the line manager to design and deliver effective health initiatives for Council staff and external partners.

• Liaise with Occupational Health Physicians on complex referrals and ill health retirement cases.

• Actively participate in HR projects and support corporate health strategies.

Systems and Information

• Use OH software to maintain confidential patient records.

• Support information sharing and documentation between OH and Employment Support Services in line with legal and ethical standards.

• Contribute to performance data analysis and clinical audit to support attendance management and service improvement.

Strategic Contribution

• Work with HR colleagues to review and enhance attendance management processes.

• Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of health promotion and public health initiatives across the Council.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of Occupational Health Nursing practices and services.

• In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and the Equality Act 2010.

• Understanding of evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and health promotion strategies.

Experience:

• Significant post-registration clinical experience in Occupational Health or equivalent.

• Proven experience delivering nurse-led OH services.

• Experience conducting health screening and surveillance.

• Demonstrated success in planning and delivering health promotion campaigns.

Skills:

• Ability to manage a clinical caseload independently.

• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

• Skilled in delivering training and presentations.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

• High level of digital literacy and report writing competence.

Qualifications:

• Registered General Nurse (RGN).

• Registered Occupational Health Nurse (Diploma or Degree-level).

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