Occupational Health Advisor

M ller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo M ller which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, M ller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain.M ller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. M ller UK & Ireland includes:

M ller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain's private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

M ller Yogurt & Desserts which is the UK's leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more M ller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like M ller Corner, M llerlight, M ller Bliss, M ller Rice, FRijj and M ller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

Occupational Health Advisor

Market Drayton - with occasional travel to other sites

Part-time 32 hours per week (Monday to Thursday)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join our team. This role is crucial in promoting a safe and healthy workplace, minimizing the impact of illness and accidents, and ensuring compliance with occupational health legislation and best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Health and Safety and HR teams to develop strategies to reduce workplace injuries and occupational diseases.
• Present independent and objective action plans to address H&S concerns.
• Maintain and develop relationships with stakeholders, including employee GPs, contracted OH physicians, and OH contractors.
• Provide a consistent OH service across the UK & Ireland.
• Conduct routine health surveillances and risk assessments.
• Research and present action plans to ensure compliance with changing H&S practices and legislation.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of workplace health management strategies.
• Conduct post-placement health assessments.
• Formulate rehabilitation programs with managers to ensure safe and sustained return to work for employees.
• Raise awareness of good health management practices among employees and managers.
• Inform, educate, and train individuals on protecting themselves from occupational hazards.
• Build effective and collaborative relationships with managers to improve H&S practices.

Key Requirements:

• Recognised First Level Nurse with an Occupational Health Specialist qualification (minimum Diploma in Occupational Health).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a food FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Strong administration, planning, and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and understanding of H&S legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.
• Registered First Level Nurse with OH degree/diploma.
• Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Email, and Adobe.
• Knowledge of OH database use, preferably Cohort.
• Ability to work autonomously and use initiative.
• Self-motivated and solution-focused.
• Full driving license.
• Flexibility, resilience, and persistence.
• Professional, independent, and trustworthy.
• Team player with a solution-focused approach.