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Who are we?
We are Kraft-Heinz Kitt Green - Home of our world-famous Heinz Baked Beans, "Nourishing the Nation" and in production since 1959! You will be joining one of the world's best loved Food & Beverage brands, as well as one of the most iconic FMCG factories in Europe.
Job Description
Role: Occupational Health Advisor
Location: Kitt Green, Wigan UK
Working hours: Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm
Purpose of role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Occupational Health Advisor (OHA) to join our on-site Occupational Health team. This role is integral to supporting our Occupational Health service, a specialist branch of medicine passionate about the critical relationship between work, health, and the working environment.
The OHA will play a key role in preventing work-related illness and injury by providing expert clinical advice and recommendations to the company. Reporting to the Occupational Health Manager, this position is both clinical and autonomous, requiring a confident specialist who can manage their own caseload effectively.
What'll You Be Doing
* Providing specialist advice and actionable recommendations to line managers and HR in relation to employees’ health concerns;
* Complete fitness for work Health Assessments for new starters;
* Attend regular meetings with HR and Operational Managers, providing an overview of OH activities and updates on employee health issues including absence cases;
* Assist the Occupational Health Manager to supervise, review and develop Occupational Health Policies and procedures to ensure they meet current legislation and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) mentorship on best practice and clinical standards recommendations;
* Support the Occupational Health Manager and deputise as necessary;
* Assist with the implementation and running of the health surveillance programme in line with HSE guidelines including COSHH; Control of Noise AT Work Regs (2005), Control of Vibration at Work Regs (2005) and ensure clinical standards are met;
* Support management with the completion of individual risk assessments and workplace assessments where a health need has been identified as a concern;
* Support the site in developing its Mental Health wellbeing strategy;
* Proactively support the organisation in the delivery of wellbeing initiatives;
* Support with facilitating environmental surveys and provide Occupational Health related advice to collaborators;
* Deliver presentations / training sessions to promote health and wellbeing;
* Take part in departmental audits.
What You'll Have
* NMC Level One registration;
* Relevant OH Diploma or Degree would be essential;
* Experience working within a manufacturing background or similar would be advantageous;
* SCPHN - Preferable;
* Ability to form effective and proactive working relationships with Operations Management teams, HR, Health and Safety, Senior Leadership team, and Employees.
* Support the Union in understanding the role and purpose of Occupational Health.
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Location(s)
Kitt Green
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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