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Occupational Health Technician

Select OH
locationCheshire, UK
PublishedPublished: Published today
Permanent
Select OH is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Technician to join our client based in Warrington on a full-time, permanent basis.

As an Occupational Health Technician, you will travel to various client sites, transporting and operating a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to deliver health surveillance services. You will be required to drive the companys health surveillance van, which is fully equipped for medical assessments.

Travel is a key aspect of this role, including occasional overnight stays, which will be fully covered by the business.
  • Travel to various client sites to conduct occupational health assessments and screenings, including hearing tests, lung function tests, and other relevant health checks.
  • Transport and operate the Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to deliver health surveillance services.
  • Delivering a range of health surveillance and other occupational health and wellbeing activities, in line with current HSE guidance and company requirements, including:
    • Audiometry
    • Lung function testing
    • Drug and alcohol testing
    • Baseline measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, urinalysis)
  • Prepare and maintain medical equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition and properly stocked for site visits.
  • Support the occupational health team by setting up mobile clinics and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards during off-site visits.
  • Administer basic clinical tests (such as blood pressure checks) under the direction of occupational health professionals.
  • Maintain accurate records of all tests and assessments performed, ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations.
  • Ensure that all necessary documentation, including client consent forms, is completed and securely stored.
  • Support the clinical team with any technical duties required to provide efficient occupational health services.
  • Liaise with internal and external contacts including outside agencies
  • Administration tasks for the efficient running of the Occupational Health service
  • Work away on occasion, as required
  • Occasional overnight work
  • Undertake any other duties as necessary

Person Specification
  • Full, clean, UK driving licence (or valid EU licence for UK)
  • Previous experience working as an OHT
  • Willingness to travel to different client sites
  • Ability to work autonomously/unsupervised
  • Strong IT literacy (e.g. Microsoft Office) to manage reports and documentation
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to solve problems, be proactive and make decisions effectively
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing circumstances
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Strong work ethic and professionalism
  • Customer-focused approach

Benefits:
  • Salary - circa £28k
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free eye tests
  • Flu jab vouchers
  • Company pension
  • Computing scheme
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Staff referral scheme
  • Fundraising and social events, including the annual summer party
To discuss this role in more detail, please call Simon Barratt at Select OH.