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Occupational Health Advisor

Southampton
1 week ago
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Occupational Health Advisor – Contract Opportunity – Southampton – Hybrid

Please see details below:

OHA Role Overview:
• Location: Southampton (hybrid – mix of local sites & home working)
• Type: Contract – 6–12 months (with strong potential to extend)
• Employer: Global healthcare & medical devices leader
• Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid: 3 days per week cross-site around Southampton, 2 days per week WFH
• Scope: Case management (face-to-face & remote), safety critical medicals, HAVS assessments, drug & alcohol testing
• Rate: Up to £40 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP (flexible for notice periods)

Benefits of joining this team:
• Long-term contract stability – previous contractors have stayed 12+ months.
• Hybrid role offering a balance of site-based and home working.
• Training and development available on specialist areas (e.g. HAVS, safety critical medicals).
• Varied remit across multiple industries including manufacturing, energy and rail.
• Work with a globally recognised organisation with a strong UK presence.

If this sounds of interest, please send over your CV or give me a call to discuss further.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Best,
Oscar

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