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Occupational Health Clinical Lead

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 58,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Huddersfield, Kirklees

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Head of Occupational Health / Occupational Health Lead
Location: Hybrid (60% onsite / 40% remote)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Occupational Health professional to lead and shape our Occupational Health service. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established department, lead a small team, and make a meaningful impact on employee health, wellbeing, and organisational performance.

Depending on experience, the role can be appointed at Lead or Head of Occupational Health level, with scope to combine both clinical leadership and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

  * Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Occupational Health team, including 2 Occupational Health Nurses and an Office Manager

  * Deliver and oversee clinical management, ensuring high standards of care and compliance

  * Take ownership of the department, with the autonomy to introduce new ideas and shape service delivery

  * Develop and drive the organisation’s health and wellbeing strategy

  * Analyse absence trends and implement proactive interventions to improve attendance and resilience

  * Lead on mental health initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance support and reduce work-related stress

  * Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to promote a positive health culture across the organisation

About You

  * Qualified and experienced Occupational Health professional (NMC Registered)

  * Proven leadership experience within an Occupational Health setting

  * Strong clinical background with the ability to provide guidance and oversight

  * Strategic mindset with experience in developing wellbeing initiatives and managing absence

  * Passionate about improving mental health support in the workplace

  * Confident working autonomously and driving service improvements

What We Offer

  * Hybrid working model (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

  * Generous annual leave: 30 days + bank holidays

  * Excellent pension scheme

  * Opportunity to lead and shape a department with full autonomy

  * Supportive environment focused on innovation and wellbeing

If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, influence strategy, and lead meaningful change in workplace health and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you

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