Deputy Manager Senior Occupational Health Advisor

Deputy Manager / Senior Occupational Health Adviser

Salary: £55,944–£59,664
Location: Hybrid Carmarthen

We are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager Senior Occupational Health Adviser to provide clinical leadership, operational support and line management within a busy Occupational Health service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Health Nurse looking to develop their leadership skills while continuing to deliver a high-quality clinical service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical leadership and line management to Occupational Health Advisers and Screening Nurses.
• Deputise for the Occupational Health Manager when required, ensuring continuity of service.
• Manage a clinical caseload, undertaking complex occupational health assessments and fitness-for-work consultations.
• Produce high-quality management reports, rehabilitation plans and recommendations for workplace adjustments.
• Oversee referral triage and support effective case management across the team.
• Develop and review Occupational Health policies, procedures and clinical standards.
• Monitor clinical quality through audit and governance activities.
• Deliver health promotion initiatives, vaccination programmes and health surveillance services.
• Support staff development through supervision, appraisal, mentoring and continuing professional development.
• Work collaboratively with managers, HR and other stakeholders to promote employee health, wellbeing and attendance.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC Parts 1 and 3).
• Specialist qualification in Occupational Health.
• Significant post-registration Occupational Health experience.
• Experience managing complex sickness absence cases and producing management reports.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health legislation, including the Equality Act, Health and Safety legislation and GDPR.
• Strong clinical judgement, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

This role would suit an experienced Occupational Health professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical services, leading teams, supporting employee wellbeing and driving continuous service improvement.