Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse – Construction Projects (Home Counties)

Location: Home Counties (site-based travel)

Salary: Day Rate Competitive + Car Expensese  + Benefits

Employer: Leading UK Residential Developer

Type: Full-Time / Contract

About the Role

A leading UK residential developer is seeking an experienced and proactive Occupational Health Nurse to support the health, wellbeing and safety of employees working across multiple construction projects throughout the Home Counties. (Hertforshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Outer North London Suburbs)

This is a varied and rewarding role combining regular site visits with strategic occupational health support. The successful candidate will undertake planned day visits to construction sites across the region and attend the company's Head Office approximately once per month to collaborate with senior management, HR and Health & Safety teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational health services across a portfolio of live construction projects.
• Conduct health surveillance programmes in line with statutory and company requirements.
• Provide health assessments, fitness-for-work evaluations and return-to-work support.
• Offer advice and guidance on health, wellbeing and occupational health matters to employees and managers.
• Support the management of work-related health issues and workplace adjustments.
• Assist in reducing occupational health risks and promoting a positive health culture across sites.
• Maintain accurate medical records and occupational health documentation in accordance with professional standards and GDPR requirements.
• Liaise with project teams, HR, Health & Safety professionals and external healthcare providers where appropriate.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives, health campaigns and employee engagement programmes.
• Produce reports and recommendations for management as required.

About You

We are looking for a qualified Occupational Health Nurse who thrives in a dynamic, site-based environment and enjoys building relationships across diverse teams.

Essential Requirements:

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
• Occupational Health qualification or demonstrable Occupational Health experience.
• Experience conducting health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional workload.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the Home Counties.

Desirable:

• Experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing or other operational environments.
• Knowledge of occupational health legislation, health surveillance programmes and workplace wellbeing initiatives.
• Experience supporting large, multi-site organisations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Private healthcare and pension scheme.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Flexible and autonomous working environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact within one of the UK's leading residential developers.

Apply

If you are a dedicated Occupational Health Nurse looking for a rewarding role supporting the health and wellbeing of construction professionals across the Home Counties, we would welcome your application.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your relevant experience.