Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse

Location: Pontefract - Site based, not hybrid

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to support our business within the meat industry.

We operate across two sites, so will involve a small amount of travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive occupational health service to employees within the food industry.
• Carry out health surveillance activities, including audiometry, spirometry and other statutory assessments.
• Conduct fitness-for-work and pre-placement medical assessments.
• Support workplace drug and alcohol testing.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in accordance with clinical governance and GDPR requirements.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Health & Safety and operational teams to provide occupational health advice.
• Promote employee health, wellbeing and preventative health initiatives.
• Manage occupational health casework, including sickness absence and return-to-work support.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration.
• Proven occupational health experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience delivering health surveillance and occupational health case management.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to work autonomously and manage a varied workload.
• IT literate

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Occupational Health qualification (Diploma or Degree).
• Knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and food standards.
• Experience delivering immunisation and health programmes.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.