Occupational Health Technician - Portsmouth -£27k

Occupational Health Technician

Location: Portsmouth (Regional travel with occasional nationwide travel)

Salary: £25,000 – £27,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (typically between 8am and 6pm)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and professional Occupational Health Technician to join a leading and growing occupational health team based in Portsmouth. This is a varied and rewarding role that plays a vital part in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of employees across a wide range of industries.

The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and collaborative environment, with a comprehensive induction programme, followed by ongoing mentoring and professional development. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic individual seeking to expand their skills and build a meaningful career in occupational health.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of health surveillance screenings, including audiometry, lung function testing, and baseline measurements such as height, weight, blood pressure, and urinalysis.
• Accurately record all medical information and ensure it is shared appropriately with relevant clinical staff.
• Maintain equipment to a high standard, ensuring all apparatus is clean, serviceable, and compliant.
• Support and participate in health promotion activities.
• Assist the wider occupational health team by gathering accurate data to support clinical decision-making.
• Deliver biometric data through screening procedures to enable informed assessments by clinical professionals.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised, self-motivated, and professional individual with a genuine interest in promoting workplace health and wellbeing. You will demonstrate:

• Exceptional time management and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• A strong understanding of GDPR and the importance of confidentiality.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Confidence in prioritising tasks and working to deadlines using your own initiative.

A valid manual UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months) is required, and applicants must be at least 21 years of age due to insurance purposes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £25,000 – £27,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%)
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
• An additional day off for your birthday (non-contractual benefit)
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Health cashback plan

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who enjoys travel, variety, and meaningful work — playing a key role in improving employee health and wellbeing across the UK.

For those looking to take the next step in their occupational health career, this position offers the perfect blend of professional challenge, personal development, and long-term opportunity.

For more information please contact Helene on (phone number removed) or emailed (url removed)