Senior Occupational Health Advisor

Job Title: Senior Occupational Health Advisor
Location: Dorchester
Contract Type: Temporary (6 months initially)
Salary: £23.37 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week

About Us
Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We are proud to be an ethical, trustworthy, and caring organisation.

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Occupational Health Advisor to deliver a high-quality occupational health service to Dorset Council and external clients.

You will work closely with internal teams and external providers to support employee wellbeing, reduce sickness absence, and promote a safe working environment. This role includes managing a varied caseload, providing expert advice, and supporting service improvement.

This is a hybrid role, combining home working with time at County Hall. Flexible working is available, typically between 8:30am - 5:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments, including pre-employment screenings and management referrals
• Provide clear reports and advice to support management decisions
• Manage your own caseload while contributing to team objectives
• Advise on workplace health risks and compliance with legislation
• Support employees to reduce absence and aid return to work
• Work with internal and external partners to improve wellbeing outcomes
• Contribute to health promotion and infection control initiatives
• Support sickness absence management in line with policies
• Maintain accurate and confidential records
• Assist with service improvement, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• Deputise for the Occupational Health Lead when required

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (NMC Level 1) with current registration
• SCPHN Occupational Health qualification
• Proven occupational health experience
• Experience with medical assessments and screenings
• Knowledge of employment and health & safety legislation
• Strong report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage workload and build effective relationships
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Desirable:

• NEBOSH Certificate
• Experience in a large or complex organisation

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.