Occupational Health Screening Technician
Forth Ports is an established Port Authority which has grown to be the UK's 3rd largest Port Operator Group in the UK. We are a dynamic and multimodal ports owner and operator, offering a wide range of diverse port related services to help connect the UK with Europe and the rest of the world.
We have recently announced our commitment to become carbon neutral by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042, as well as our substantial investment in infrastructure, port services and towage to support the build out of the UK’s renewable energy sector, including offshore wind. Now is an exciting time to join us as we embark on this exciting, transformational journey.
About the role
About the role
This newly created role offers a great opportunity to join our busy in- house Occupational Health team, based at the Port of Grangemouth. Reporting into our Lead Occupational Health Advisor you will assist with the provision of a full health screening service for our Scottish Ports.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
Undertaking routine health surveillance screening to include audiometry, spirometry, vision and skin checks.
Arranging and conducting pre-employment medicals, including drug and alcohol testing.
Assisting with face-fit testing for our Health and Safety team and maintaining a central data base of completed tests.
Ensuring accurate records are kept of all medicals and OH consultations and recorded on the appropriate systems.
Collating monthly statistical information for the Occupational Health team.
Supporting with health promotion plans and promoting the OH service to employees with particular emphasis on our EAP, counselling and physiotherapy services.
What are we looking for?
An Occupational Health Technician who will ideally have previous experience in a clinic based or peripatetic role. A good working knowledge of the relevant HSE legislation for industrial workplaces would also be advantageous.
You will have a pro-active and organised approach along with excellent planning, communication and IT skills.
You must have a full UK driving licence as travel will be required to our satellite OH facilities at our Ports in Leith, Dundee, Rosyth and South Queensferry (mileage allowance will apply). Some occasional travel may also be required to our Port in Tilbury, London.
This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, office hours however we are also willing to consider candidates who may prefer working reduced or compressed hours over 4 days.
What can we offer you?
Here at Forth Ports, we are proud to have created a flexible, open and friendly working environment where the wellbeing of our people is important to us. Within this role you will join an experienced Occupational Health team who have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within their field, and so can offer you a genuine learning opportunity to help you develop your career.
Additionally, we can offer you:
A competitive salary
Generous annual leave entitlement
Company pension scheme and life cover
GymFlex health club membership, cycle to work scheme and other employee discounts
Free onsite parking
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which offers counselling and advice on a wide variety of issues, 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Employee Wellbeing initiatives
What you will need
Required criteria
- Right to work in the UK
- Full UK driving licence
- Excellent planning, communication and IT skills.
- Occupational Health Technician who will ideally have previous experience in a clinic based or peripatetic role
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Planning & Scheduling
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Forth Ports Group
Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies. The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries. Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London. A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day. The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Our benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance. Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Competitive salary
Employee Assistance Scheme
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