Lead Occupational Health Nurse

Location Newry
Discipline: Clinical Lead - Occupational Health , Senior Occupational Health Advisor , Occupational Health & Wellbeing Lead, Health Surveillance Clinical Lead
Job type: Full Time
Salary: £Up to €52,000 + Excellent Benefits
Contact name: Charlie Deanus

Contact email: charlie@ohmedical.co.uk
Job ref: CD2650
Published: 2 days ago

Location: Newry, Northern Ireland (with travel across NI and ROI)
Salary: €45,000 – €52,000
Hours: Full time – 5 days per week
Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced Occupational Health professional ready to lead a growing clinical team across a dynamic and diverse client base?

We're delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established, independent Occupational Health provider based in Newry. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where you'll shape and guide the clinical delivery of services across multiple industries, including engineering, construction, food, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

About the Role

As Senior Occupational Health Nurse Lead, you’ll be a key figure within the business, taking charge of the clinical team and driving high standards in service delivery, compliance, and innovation.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and overseeing health surveillance, pre-placement screening, and complex case management

  • Advising on absence management, return-to-work strategies, and rehabilitation programmes

  • Driving wellbeing campaigns and health promotion initiatives

  • Supporting clinical governance and ensuring quality assurance across the service

  • Mentoring and developing team members, supporting CPD and revalidation

  • Working with stakeholders to design and implement proactive workplace health strategies

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll be empowered to influence service models and make a real difference in workplace health outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

  • Registered Nurse (NMC Part 1 & 3) and/or NMBI Registered

  • Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health

  • Strong leadership and clinical experience within OH

  • Sound knowledge of health surveillance, OH legislation, and best practice

  • Excellent communication and IT skills

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable:

  • Experience with SEQOHS accreditation

  • Recent training in audiometry and spirometry

  • Coaching or mentoring qualifications

  • Familiarity with digital OH systems

Benefits

  • Pension

  • Access to Private healthcare

  • Professional membership fees reimbursed

  • Uniform provided

  • CPD support and clinical supervision

  • Enhanced annual leave

  • Flexible working opportunities

  • Business travel expenses reimbursed

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your OH career with a well-regarded, values-led organisation offering real scope for growth and innovation.

How To Apply:

Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience. Or for more information about this fantastic opportunity and to discuss it in confidence, please contact Charllie Deanus or The Team at 01582 235 500. Alternatively, you can email your CV to info@ohmedical.co.uk.

About OH Medical:

OH Medical is a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in the Occupational Health sector. We provide recruitment services for agency and permanent Occupational Health staff nationwide.