Job Title: Occupational Health Manager

School/Unit: Environmental Health and Safety Services

Reporting to: Head of Environmental Health and Safety Services

Job Family: Managerial, Specialist & Administrative

Responsible for: Occupational Health Team

Working Hours: Full time/36.25 hours per week

Grade: Grade 7, £46,485 - £56,921 per annum

Start Date: As soon as possible

Main Purpose of Role

To lead the OH and wellbeing services, ensuring consistency of service delivery, compliance with policy and legislation to ensure our people are supported at work in a healthy and safe environment.

To contribute and lead on OH policy development.

The role holder will provide expert advice to staff, managers and senior leaders exercising a substantial degree of independent professional responsibility and discretion as an expert in the discipline of occupational health.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead the strategic direction and operational planning for the service.
   
   
2. Full line management of the OH team currently consisting of OH Adviser, CBT Psychotherapist, OH Technician, Wellbeing Advisor and OH Administrator.
   
   
3. Leadership and performance development of the team.
   
   
4. Effectively manage the department budget to meet the needs of the department and organisation.
   
   
5. Ensure service standards meet organisational needs and adopt and develop policies/processes and services in keeping with internal need and legislative requirements.
   
   
6. Ensure legal compliance with data management and confidentiality.
   
   
7. In conjunction with the OH Adviser and other relevant stakeholders, develop an action plan for the most efficient and effective delivery of an occupational health service, supporting the well-being strategy, and utilizing best practice methods to proactively improve the health, safety, and wellbeing of staff.
   
   
8. Foster and maintain good relationships with relevant stakeholders, thus facilitating a good understanding of the OH function and purpose of the OH Service to support and promote a positive culture of health and well-being within the University community.
   
   
9. Undertake complex Case Management, Health Surveillance, and support staff with all health/work related issues.
   
   
10. Provide comprehensive OH Reports, expert advice and pragmatic solutions.
    
    
11. Provide timely and supportive intervention to staff with work related health issues. Where clinical assessment indicates, ensure appropriate access to other Specialist, Counselling, and approved external Health Professionals whilst liaising closely with Schools, Units and Human Resources as appropriate.
    
    
12. Work with a continuous improvement mindset to review OH policies and processes to maximise efficiency and service delivery and ensure compliance.
    
    
13. Maintain high standards of confidentiality, disclosure, and information-sharing, ensuring clarity of expectations of both the referrer and of staff referred.
    
    
14. Engage with the relevant Health and Safety(H&S) and wellbeing stakeholders on OH issues as part of an integrated approach to Health and Safety and wellbeing.
    
    
15. Oversea and advice on the development of H&S training and health awareness programmes delivered by the OHA, e.g. particularly on work related stress and mental health issues.
    
    
16. Participation in wider institutional initiatives e.g. inspections, audits, committees, and other meetings and working groups.
    
    
17. Undertake and/or assist with the monitoring, analysis and reporting of health and wellbeing performance, utilizing data to highlight areas of further consideration, evaluation and intervention.
    
    
18. Undertake clinical supervision and auditing where appropriate.
    
    
19. To discharge all duties in a professional manner to ensure:
    
    

• Ethical standards are adhered to as set by NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
  
  
• Confidentiality of records and other information
  
  
• The provisions of accurate documentation
  
  
• High hygienic standards within clinical areas
  
  Education & Qualifications
  
  Relevant Degree or equivalent
  
  Part 3 registered NMC
  
  Experience & Knowledge
  
  Experience of professional practice in delivering all aspects of OH advisory service.
  
  Significant experience of case management.
  
  Experience of managing a team and service deliverables.
  
  Knowledge of health and safety and employment legislation relevant to the occupational health practice including health surveillance.
  
  The ability to deal with highly complex and sensitive staff health issues on a regular basis.
  
  Experience of managing a team of OH professionals.
  
  Experience of working in a complex multi-disciplinary workplace
  
  Competencies & Skills
  
  Strong interpersonal skills to ensure rapport building and effective and clear communications.
  
  Ability to advise on complex cases where the immediate solution is not always visible.
  
  Understands the requirements of working in line with Data protection and confidentially in line with organisational procedures.
  
  Ability to work at pace with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  
  Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  
  Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions, knowing then to report issue to a higher level.
  
  Ability to write detailed reports ensuring clarity and understanding for the reader.
  
  The ability and understanding to treat everyone with dignity and respect and ability to maintain impartial
  
  If you have difficulties in applying to the role, please call (phone number removed)
  
  Applications should consist of:
  
  
• Letter of application
  
  
• CV
  
  
• Names and contacts of two referees
  
  Other Information
  
  In accordance with the new immigration rules, it is with regret that this role does not meet the current suitability requirements set by the UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. The University encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of nationality and all applications received are assessed against the essential and desirable criteria listed in the further particulars. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and where required, obtain the right to work in the UK without relying on University sponsorship.
  
  Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the University experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.
  
  Obligations as an Employee
  
  You have a duty to carry out your work in a safe manner in order not to endanger yourself or anyone else by your acts or omissions.
  
  You are required to comply with the University health and safety policy as it relates to your work activities, and to take appropriate action in case of an emergency.
  
  You are required to undertake the Information Security Essentials computer-based training course and adhere to its principles alongside related University Policy and Regulations.
  
  You are required to undertake all mandatory training as deemed appropriate by the University for your role.
  
  You are responsible for applying the University’s equality and diversity policies and principles in your own area of responsibility and in your general conduct.
  
  You have a responsibility to promote high levels of customer care within your own area of work/activities.
  
  You should be adaptable to change, and be willing to acquire new skills and knowledge as applicable to the needs of the role.
  
  You may, with reasonable notice, be required to work within other Schools/Units within the University.
  
  You have the responsibility to engage with the University’s environmental sustainability strategy, committing the University to reach net-zero by 2035.
  
  You are required to engage with the technology, systems and communication channels necessary for you to undertake your work and must update your personal details via HR Self Service whenever there is a change.
  
  Employees with staff management responsibilities must familiarize themselves with appropriate policies