Occupational Health Nurse

Company: Dovecote Park Ltd
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Location: Pontefract
Job Description:

Occupational Health Nurse

Location: Pontefract – Site based, not hybrid

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to support our business within the meat industry.

We operate across two sites, so will involve a small amount of travel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver a comprehensive occupational health service to employees within the food industry.
  • Carry out health surveillance activities, including audiometry, spirometry and other statutory assessments.
  • Conduct fitness-for-work and pre-placement medical assessments.
  • Support workplace drug and alcohol testing.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in accordance with clinical governance and GDPR requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with HR, Health & Safety and operational teams to provide occupational health advice.
  • Promote employee health, wellbeing and preventative health initiatives.
  • Manage occupational health casework, including sickness absence and return-to-work support.

Essential Requirements

  • Registered Nurse with a current NMC registration.
  • Proven occupational health experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience delivering health surveillance and occupational health case management.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Strong IT skills with the ability to work autonomously and manage a varied workload.
  • IT literate

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Occupational Health qualification (Diploma or Degree).
  • Knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and food standards.
  • Experience delivering immunisation and health programmes.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.

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Posted: July 13th, 2026