About the role

Occupational Health Business Partner providing proactive occupational health support across UK manufacturing sites. Focusing on health risk management, compliance, and employee wellbeing.

Responsibilities

Provide expert, proactive occupational health support across the business enabling safe, productive work by identifying health risks early, advising on controls and adjustments, and maintaining robust clinical governance and data integrity
Management and delivery of annual risk based health surveillance programs aligned to COSHH and HSE standards
Conduct and interpret assessments (e.g., audiometry, spirometry, vision, skin checks), arrange HAVS Tier 3 assessments, night worker health assessments, and DSE reviews for relevant roles
Ensure OH practice meets UK legislation and standards
Develop and keep current OH policies, procedures and protocols; contribute to risk assessments and H&S committees
Manage management referrals; assess fitness for work, provide evidence-based advice, and agree practical adjustments and phased returns
Conduct pre-employment assessments for fitness for work
Work with any external agencies supplying labour to the company to ensure compliance with checks
Liaise with employees, managers and People team to support early, sustainable return-to-work
Provide clear, objective OH reports and guidance on capability, redeployment and reasonable adjustments
Monitor case progress and outcomes; coach line managers on effective attendance management and early intervention
Deliver targeted wellbeing initiatives that address identified occupational risks
Build strong on-site presence and trust; upskill managers and safety reps in health risk awareness and good practice

Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration; specialist OH qualification (Diploma/Degree or SCPHN(OH)) preferred
Up-to-date certifications in audiometry, spirometry and vision screening; HAVS Tier 3 training; RPE face-fit tester certification desirable
Evidence of CPD in occupational health, case management and relevant legislation; SEQOHS awareness advantageous
Proven occupational health experience in a manufacturing or comparable industrial environment
Strong clinical judgement, confidentiality and professional integrity
Data literate with OH systems (e.g., eOPAS/Cohort) and MS Office; comfortable with KPIs and trend analysis
Collaborative, pragmatic and solutions-focused; able to influence and coach managers
Well organised, able to prioritise in a fast-paced, production-led environment

Enhanced Holiday Pay – 33 days including bank holidays plus the opportunity to purchase more
16 weeks Company Sick Pay after 3 months of service
Group Income Protection
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption packages
Life Assurance – 4 x annual salary
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
Staff Bonus Scheme
Career Progression Routes
Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured
Westfield Health Cash Plan
Perkbox
Access to Costco Membership
Wickes Employee Purchase Scheme
On site Gyms
Wellbeing Initiatives and Mental Health First Aiders
Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
On site Car Charging Points