Occupational Health Advisor

Optima Health PLC; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Occupational Health services provider is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor. This role is home-based in Yorkshire with the requirement to travel to Leeds for client engagement. The ideal candidate will be a Registered General Nurse with an OH qualification and experience advising on health matters. The position offers up to £45,000 per annum, a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Professional registration fees paid

Matched pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Annual flu jabs

Eye test voucher

Perkbox retail reward and discount scheme

Employee assistance programme

Leadership training scheme

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with experience as an Occupational Health Advisor.
• Proven OH qualification is essential for this role.
• Ability to travel to client sites weekly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health surveillance, pre-employment screenings, and fitness-for-work assessments.
• Advise employees on physical and mental health.
• Maintain the highest standards of occupational healthcare.

Skills

Registered General Nurse

Occupational Health Advisor experience

HAVS, Audio & Spirometry knowledge

Education

OH Qualification

Current NMC Registration

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Health Advisor

Location: Homebased in Yorkshire with the ability to travel to Leeds

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time – Monday to Friday

Right to live and work in the UK is required for this role.

About Us

Optima Health is the UK market leader of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Our heritage can be traced back to 1947, where we pioneered the provision of Occupational Health and have continued to lead the industry ever since, bringing new and innovative solutions to employers across the UK. We offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry‑leading tailored solutions to our clients. We work with over two thousand businesses across various industries, aiming to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting high performance in our client organisations and helping them achieve their full potential.

We provide an excellent package, a structured induction and training programme in the first few weeks, and tailored career development opportunities. We are committed to making this a great place to work, guiding our values: one team, do the right thing, shape tomorrow, and care.

Role Summary

This home‑based role requires travel to Leeds for face‑to‑face clinics. An OH qualification is essential; HAVS is desirable but training can be provided. The role involves a mixture of client contracts, including some in the rail sector, workplace assessments, risk reporting, health surveillance, pre‑employment and fitness‑for‑work screenings, and advising employees on physical and mental health, maintaining the highest standards of occupational healthcare.

The training and development programme is industry‑leading to support your career in Occupational Health. You may pursue additional training, qualifications or leadership and management responsibilities with our support.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Registered General Nurse with proven experience as an Occupational Health Advisor
• OH Qualification is essential for this role
• Current NMC Registration
• Ability to travel to client sites weekly
• HAVS, Audio & Spirometry desirable but not essential

What Can We Offer You?

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Professional registration fees paid
• Matched pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• Annual flu jabs
• Eye test voucher
• Perkbox retail reward and discount scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunities to progress in different areas of the business
• Leadership training scheme for those wishing to progress to leadership

All salaries are displayed as Full Time Equivalent (FTE).

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services

Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.