Trainee Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse

Location: Grays
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to join a team at the Lower Thames Crossing, supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of employees working on a major construction project.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining occupational health services, onsite treatment, emergency response and health promotion. Working alongside the Nurse Manager, you will help deliver high-quality clinical care, respond to onsite emergencies and support initiatives that promote a healthier, safer workforce.

The role would suit a confident, proactive nurse with occupational health experience who is comfortable working independently in a dynamic construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite emergency response to pre-hospital emergencies and trauma, including participation in relevant rescue and evacuation training.
• Support the day-to-day running of an onsite nurse-led treatment centre, assessing and treating workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Conduct pre-placement health assessments, safety-critical medicals and fitness-for-work screening.
• Carry out health surveillance, including skin, hand-arm vibration (HAVS), lung function and noise-related assessments.
• Undertake clinical screening, including spirometry, audiometry, drug and alcohol testing, and night worker assessments.
• Work closely with the Nurse Manager, Occupational Health Physician and Occupational Hygienist to support effective occupational health provision.
• Contribute to site-wide wellbeing programmes, delivering health campaigns, toolbox talks, presentations and educational materials.
• Provide lifestyle screening, personalised health advice and appropriate follow-up care.
• Manage clinical administration, appointments, medical records, screening documentation and employee enquiries.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Adult Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
• Previous Occupational Health experience is desirable.
• First Person On Scene (FPOS) or First Response Emergency Care (FREC) training.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and defibrillator training.
• Ability to work autonomously and confidently as a lone worker.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, adaptable approach with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Pre-hospital nursing or emergency response experience.
• Experience working within the construction industry.
• ECG interpretation.
• Experience using Patient Group Directions (PGDs).
• IV cannulation and suturing skills.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) and trauma training.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to take on a varied clinical role where occupational health, emergency care and employee wellbeing come together on a major construction project. You will play an important part in supporting the workforce, promoting good health and ensuring employees receive timely, professional clinical care.