We are seeking a highly motivated Qualified Specialist Occupational Health Nurse to join our Health & Safety team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in promoting a proactive health and wellbeing culture across the organisation.
You will manage a varied caseload, supporting employees and managers through absence management, health assessments, and return-to-work programmes, while delivering expert clinical advice aligned with current legislation and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of occupational health referrals, providing professional advice to managers and HR.
- Conduct health assessments, health surveillance, and screening (including audiometry, spirometry, and HAVS).
- Produce clear, evidence-based reports with recommendations on fitness for work and rehabilitation plans.
- Provide expert guidance on occupational health legislation, workplace risks, and employee wellbeing.
- Lead the development and implementation of occupational health policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in line with GDPR requirements.
- Deliver health promotion initiatives, education, and training across the organisation.
- Contribute to health and safety strategy, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external specialists including Occupational Health Physicians, HSE, and healthcare providers.
Key Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in occupational health within a medium or large organisation.
- Strong clinical judgement with the ability to make autonomous decisions.
- Experience in case management, health surveillance, and report writing.
- Excellent communication skills, able to engage effectively at all levels.
- Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel) and attention to detail.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with stakeholders.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of risk assessment principles and current occupational health trends.
Qualifications & Knowledge
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
- Training and competency in spirometry, audiometry, HAVS, and health surveillance techniques.
- Sound knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
What We’re Looking For
You will be a proactive, self-driven professional who thrives on making a difference. A strong team player with a “can-do” attitude, you will be passionate about improving workplace health, supporting staff wellbeing, and driving a positive safety culture.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to shape and develop occupational health services
- Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
- Contribute to meaningful health and wellbeing initiatives
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to work across any Edinburgh College campus.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme and open this to BME groups, people living with a disability, the care experienced and Armed forces veterans – if you meet the essential criteria, you will automatically be selected for an interview.
Occupational Health Nurse (Permanent) • Sighthill Campus, Bankhead Avenue
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