Occupational Health Technician

KP Snacks; Hartlepool; Hybrid; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job description

Occupational Health Technician (Known internally as Employee Health & Wellbeing Technician)

Billingham based with regular travel to Tanfield, Pontefract (2 days part time) Ashby based with regular travel to Uttoxeter, Hellaby and Pontefract (3 days part time)

Join our snack-loving team

We're looking for an Occupational Health Technician to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure.

As our EHW Technician, you’ll be central to delivering our health and wellbeing agenda, providing health surveillance, wellness programs, and support for occupational health needs across multiple KP Snacks locations.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:

1. £25k base salary (pro-rata)
2. £5.5k car allowance
3. Bonus scheme – with an excellent track record of over-achievement
4. Annual Salary Review
5. Medicash health cash plan/Private healthcare/Digital GP/Best Doctors (2nd Medical Opinion service) and Cancer care
6. Company sick pay (eligibility criteria exist)
7. Holiday buy scheme
8. KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools

What will you be doing?

1. Health Surveillance: Conduct essential health assessments such as audiometry, spirometry, and vision screening, ensuring employee health risks are monitored and managed.
2. Clinical Assessments & Documentation: Undertake pre-placement health assessments, document outcomes, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
3. Data Management & Reporting: Record health surveillance data with precision, providing insights that support trend analysis and proactive risk management.
4. Employee Support & Engagement: Support employees by providing information on health resources, mental health support, and wellness initiatives.
5. Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with KP’s EHW policies and practices, working closely with HR and health and safety teams to uphold a consistent approach.
6. Collaboration & Communication: Partner with EHW Advisors, site HR, and health and safety professionals, contributing to KP’s culture of wellbeing and continuous improvement.

Who are we?

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.

We’d love to hear from you if you can evidence the following knowledge, skills and experience:

1. Background in occupational health, health sciences, or a related field
2. Experience in health surveillance or occupational health, ideally in manufacturing
3. Relevant health surveillance certifications or willingness to train
4. Strong knowledge of health surveillance practices (e.g., audiometry, spirometry)
5. Data management proficiency with attention to accuracy and compliance
6. Effective communication skills for engaging with employees at all levels

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