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Barnsley, GBTo be based at either Carlton, Barnsley or Worksop, NottsSalary circa £40,000 per annum (or pro rata for 4 days per week)PermanentWe are recruiting for an Occupational Health Advisor to provide a quality service that protects, promotes, and enhances the health of all employees at work – an integral part of the business working in partnership with HR and Operational teams. You will take the lead in developing the site wellbeing programme in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.What you will be doing:Manage the Occupational Health Technician in delivering health surveillance and screening for the site at pre-employment, routine health screens, (on return to work after absence – where applicable) and for agency workers (where applicable)Provide medical advice regarding employees’ capability and fitness to perform their job role through the management referral process.Provide a referral service for employees to seek advice and treatment from company funded physiotherapist and Employee Assistance ProgrammesTake proactive steps to manage long term absence in partnership with HR and Operations.Provide monthly reporting on absence and health surveillance to head office and siteDevelop, manage, and deliver health promotional activities in-line with the site/group strategic wellbeing programmeAttend Occupational Health team meetings as required, which may include travel to other Premier Foods sites across the countrySupport the structure, culture, and behavioural values of Occupational Health to ensure that the factory is provided with adequate and timely support.Be able to communicate effectively and confidently to all levels of colleagues within Premier Foods and be capable of maintaining professional communication with medical professionals, suppliers, contractors, and customers outside the business.To provide advice/support to employers on complex matters which facilitate an employee''s rehabilitation back to work after a period of sick absenceWhat we need from you:Registered General Nurse with previous Occupational Health experience from a manufacturing (or similar) backgroundClinical competence (diagnosis, treatment and first aid)Health promotion experience (planning, practice and evaluation)Health assessment (pre-employment and post-sickness), rehabilition and re-settlement experienceData collection and trend identificationWhat we offer in return:Salary of circa £40,000 per annum (we can consider 4 days per week, which will pro-rata this salary)Enhanced pension schemeLife assuranceEmployee assistance programA great British food companyPremier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.At Premier Foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued, and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

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