Occupational Health Advisor – Belfast
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £43,000 – £48,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Work Pattern: On-site, with travel between sites as required
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor (OHA) to join a team in Belfast. You will provide a comprehensive occupational health service, including case management, health surveillance, workplace health assessments and employee wellbeing support.
Working closely with employees, HR, Health & Safety, and managers, you will provide expert advice on fitness for work, rehabilitation, reasonable adjustments and return-to-work plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied occupational health case management caseload.
- Conduct face-to-face and telephone occupational health assessments.
- Provide advice on fitness for work, rehabilitation, long-term conditions, and sickness absence.
- Produce clear, concise occupational health reports with clinical recommendations.
- Deliver and coordinate health surveillance, including audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, HAVS and COSHH-related assessments.
- Provide occupational health advice on workplace risks, DSE and ergonomic assessments.
- Support health promotion and employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Provide guidance and escalation support to OH Nurses and Technicians where required.
- Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
- Analyse health and absence data and contribute to service improvement.
- Work collaboratively with HR, Health & Safety, and management teams.
Essential Requirements
- Registered Nurse with a recognised Occupational Health Nursing Diploma/Degree.
- Current and valid NMC registration.
- Previous experience working in an Occupational Health role.
- Experience in case management and health surveillance.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, including Health & Safety, Equality and Data Protection legislation, COSHH, Noise and HAVS.
- Experience undertaking face-to-face and telephone assessments.
- Strong report writing, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Good IT skills and experience using occupational health software.
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload.
If you are a qualified Occupational Health Advisor or Occupational Health Nurse looking for your next opportunity in Belfast, apply today, or contact Finlay on 0207 952 7641 or [email protected] for more details.
Pay: £43,000.00-£48,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
