Occupational Health Manager

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the health and wellbeing of the workforce at our Grangemouth manufacturing site. As Occupational Health Manager, you will run the full occupational health function - from health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments to trend analysis, policy ownership, and wellbeing programmes - ensuring the site meets its legal obligations while genuinely supporting the people who work here. Key Responsibilities: - Manage the occupational health department including equipment, budgets, stock, and clinical contracts - Own and maintain occupational health policies, procedures, and confidential medical data management - Conduct health surveillance, pre-employment medicals, fitness-for-work assessments, and return-to-work evaluations - Provide specialist advice to line managers and HR on ill health, sickness absence, and workplace adjustments - Analyse health surveillance data to identify emerging trends and implement mitigating actions - Lead monthly health and wellbeing promotion programmes across the site - Ensure compliance with legislative requirements, GDPR, and Syngenta codes of practice - Liaise with the Occupational Health Physician for escalated cases and manage referrals accordingly - Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration - Post-graduate qualification in Occupational Health - Proven experience in an occupational health facility, including health surveillance techniques - Familiarity with RIDDOR reportable cases and relevant UK legislation - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities - Clear, confident communicator able to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation - Good understanding of occupational hygiene and the link between health and workplace environment