Occupational Health clinicians often arrive from diverse careers, bringing transferable skills such as communication, resilience, autonomy and commercial awareness. These varied experiences strengthen their ability to manage complex workplace health challenges.
Maureen Makanza describes her journey from nursing influenced by her grandmother in Africa to UK occupational health leadership, spanning intensive care and multiple industries, emphasising worker wellbeing, resilience, migrant experiences, and the importance of preventative occupational health across 20 years.
Pearl Agyekum, Occupational Health Nurse Advisor, shares her career journey from private to NHS healthcare, highlighting skills development, varied responsibilities, and job satisfaction. She emphasises Occupational Health’s impact on employee wellbeing, workplace productivity, and the diverse career opportunities available.
After mental health struggles, Michael Fowler retrained in Occupational Health, inspired by the support he received. He now helps others successfully return to work.
Clare Piggot, a nurse-midwife recounts her career journey, pivotal occupational health experiences, retraining, and passion for supportive, evidence-based workplace wellbeing practice advocacy.
Rebecca Preece charts her journey from RAF nurse to senior occupational health advisor, applying transferable skills, resilience, and compassion throughout roles.
Kirsten Rippin discusses how her career in Occupational Health evolved from first aid to management, emphasizing its diverse, impactful role in supporting workplace health.
Mental health nurse Alex Rhind shares his journey into occupational health, highlighting its preventive value, workplace impact, and rewarding opportunities.
