Occupational Health Technician – Mobile Medical Unit (Portsmouth & UK Travel)
Salary: £25,000–£27,000 per annum + benefits
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hrs per week (usually between 8am–6pm)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Portsmouth (regional travel with occasional UK-wide travel)
About the Role
OH Medical is recruiting for a leading Occupational Health provider for an Occupational Health Technician to join their expanding peripatetic team. In this exciting role, you’ll drive a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) across the UK, delivering high-quality health surveillance services to employees in a variety of industries.
Key Responsibilities
This is a dynamic and rewarding Occupational Health Technician post, perfect for someone enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to expand their skills. You’ll receive a 3-week training and induction programme, with ongoing mentoring and support from the wider OH team. Your duties will include:
Conduct health surveillance screenings: audiometry, lung function testing, height, weight, blood pressure, and urinalysis
Accurately record all medical information in OH records for clinical staff
Maintain and ensure all equipment is clean, calibrated, and serviceable
Support health promotion activities and additional OH tasks as required
Assist the OH team by providing accurate biometric data to support clinical decision-making
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a skilled, self-motivated professional with strong time management, communication, and organisational skills. You’ll be confident working both independently and as part of a team, able to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and take initiative.
This role is ideal for individuals with experience as:
Occupational Health Technician
Healthcare Support Worker (hospital setting only)
Emergency Care Assistant / Technician
Ambulance Technician / Assistant
Army Medic
Graduates with a Sports Science degree and experience in baseline health measurements
Other requirements:
Valid manual UK driving licence held for 12+ months
Minimum age: 21 years
Ability to provide a licence share code ( requires UK Driving License number and National Insurance Number)
Use of a personal vehicle during initial employment until MMU is provided
Space to park the Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) at or near home during the length of employment.
Willingness to travel extensively and stay away up to 3 weeks per month (home every weekend).
Salary & Benefits
If you’re an enthusiastic and reliable healthcare professional looking for a varied, mobile role that makes a real difference to employee health across the UK, this is the perfect opportunity. For your expertise as an Occupational Health Technician, you will receive:
Competitive salary: £25,000–£27,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
25 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service
Birthday day off
Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%)
Life assurance
Health cashback plan
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Plus more
How To Apply:
Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience. If you require more information about this fantastic opportunity or to discuss it in confidence, please get in touch with Ellen Harris or The Team at 01582 235 500. Alternatively, you can email your CV to ellen@ohmedical.co.uk
About OH Medical:
OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.