F&C 4310 G3 - Occupational Health Adviser (604252)

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace.  Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”. 

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by Sunday 26 April 2026 at 11:55pm.

Location: Council Headquarters, Almada Street, Hamilton, ML3 0AA

Hours: 35 hours. Applications for part time hours also welcomed

Work Pattern: To be discussed at interview

Salary: £52,392 - £53,177 per year (full time)
 

Are you passionate about promoting health and wellbeing in the workplace? 

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking experienced and dedicated Occupational Health Advisers to join our Personnel Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on employee health, safety, and wellbeing across the Council.

You will play a key role in delivering occupational health services, including:

• Managing and delivering health surveillance programmes for employees exposed to workplace risks (e.g., noise, vibration, dust).
• Conducting audiometric testing, HAVS assessments, lung function screening, and eyesight tests.
• Carrying out pre-employment health screening for high-risk roles and providing specialist advice.
• Delivering lifestyle health checks and promoting wellbeing initiatives.
• Managing the addiction referral process and supporting employees with health concerns.
• Advising managers on workplace adaptations and contributing to health and safety compliance.

 

We are looking for candidates with strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work autonomously together with experience in health promotion and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential:        Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.

Desirable:       Diploma in Occupational Health Practice (or equivalent) and training in Noise and Vibration Health Surveillance (training will be supported if required).

By joining South Lanarkshire Council you will make a direct impact on employee wellbeing and safety.  You will work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and be part of a team that values innovation and collaboration.

View the Occupational Health Adviser job profile

Please answer the following questions as part of your application submission, your answers should be uploaded under supporting documents

1. Please provide details of your experience in delivering occupational health services or other health services.
2. Please describe a situation where you provided occupational health advice or other health advice recommendations to managers or other stakeholders.
3. Please describe how you manage confidential health information and casework in your current or previous role

If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.

Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020.

This post is considered a Regulated Role with Children and/or Adults, in respect of the Disclosure Scotland Act 2020. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or Adults.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice.

Overseas Criminal Records Check

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years.

Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement

The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position.

As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM.

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form.  All CV submissions will be disregarded.