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