Occupational Health Advisor

Genuit Group are currently recruiting for an Occupational Health Advisor to work in Aylesford, Kent. Role: To support the development, implementation, maintenance and review of all Occupational Health and Wellbeing matters, absence management strategies and departmental policies. The post-holder will have a main base of work but will be expected to travel to other sites as and when required. Working Hours: This role is part time covering 3 days per week. Hours of work are 9:00am until 5:00pm. Responsibilities: * Develop and implement long and short-term objectives for Occupational Health. * Develop and deliver the Health Surveillance programme for all relevant departments. Write reports on findings to HSE and management team members. * Working with the HSE Department regarding risk assessments and other inter-related matters. * Advise regarding health matters related to working environment. * To perform drug and/or alcohol testing as requested by management and in line with our policy. * Involvement, where required in accident investigation. * Liaise with managers and HR regarding organisation of return to work advice and programmes. Advise employees when required. * Maintain confidential and accurate records both electronically and paper-based files, in line with GDPR. * Liaise with HR & managers regarding specific on-employment medicals for relevant employees. * Identify areas where a risk assessment is needed and discuss with management and HR. * In conjunction with management and HR, maintain contact with employees during their periods of absence. * Key contact for the HSE department, attending regular meetings, providing advice and guidance on occupational health and any other wellbeing related matters. * Provide relevant management and employee briefings on occupational health and related policy topics – including but not limited to drugs & alcohol testing, workplace assessments, health and wellbeing. * To carry out any other tasks commensurate with this post. Requirements: * Registered Nurse qualification (RGN or RMN) is essential for this. * Occupational Health qualification (Diploma or Degree) is desirable, but candidates with a strong background in Occupational Health, candidates with relevant transferrable skills or candidates willing to learn new skills and undertake training would be considered for this position. * A qualification in HAVS would be desirable. * Experience of working within a factory/manufacturing environment with a diverse workforce is desirable. * Experience in work areas such as management referrals, health assessments and surveillance, individual case management and workplace assessment. * Excellent written and oral communication skills and the drive and vision to support the Company’s commitment to the health of its employees. * To support the development of the existing occupational health service by understanding the legislation and practical implications of occupational health & safety. * The ability to produce clear and concise reports to the intended audience. * Be able to work closely and effectively with HR and HSE professionals and other occupational health providers in order to provide an effective, efficient and cost-effective service. * Be able to identify key health issues and assist in the development and provision of procedures and solutions. * To work with external partners in order to utilise their services efficiently and effectively, including but not limited to, Occupational Health Physician, physiotherapist, counselling services. * Have the ability to advise and guide employees and managers in a supportive manner whilst maintaining good working relationships and keeping within policy guidelines. * Be competent in the use of the software packages including Microsoft Excel and Word. * Have the flexibility to travel to other sites within the Group on a regular basis