Occupational Health Technician
About this role
Barrow-in-Furness · Permanent · Full-time
A permanent, full-time Occupational Health Technician role based in Barrow-in-Furness, supporting a key client site and helping people stay safe and well at work.
The Role
You will support our client in Barrow-in-Furness by delivering a range of Occupational Health services, helping to promote a safe, healthy and productive workplace.
Your responsibilities will include carrying out health surveillance programmes, fitness-for-work assessments, wellbeing checks and supporting workplace health initiatives. You will undertake clinical testing in line with established protocols, maintain accurate records and ensure the highest standards of service delivery across the client site.
Working as an Occupational Health Technician, you will manage your day-to-day workload while remaining connected to the wider MCL Medics team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your Occupational Health career within a supportive and experienced environment.
What's on Offer
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life assurance
Access to same-day GP appointments and a second medical opinion
Enhanced sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Career support and progression
Ongoing Occupational Health training and development
The backing of an experienced, supportive Occupational Health team
About You
Previous experience as an Occupational Health Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Military Medic or in a similar health screening role
Experience carrying out health surveillance activities, or willingness to undertake training
Confident working independently and managing a busy clinic schedule
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable using Microsoft Office packages and electronic health record systems
Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
Experience in audiometry, spirometry and HAVS screening
Experience in drug and alcohol testing
Experience supporting vaccination and wellbeing programmes
Occupational Health experience within a commercial or industrial environment
Why MCL Medics
We are an established Occupational Health provider trusted by employers across the UK. You will have real autonomy in your role, the backing of a supportive team, and genuine opportunities to develop your career. We are also a Great Place to Work-Certified™ employer: 90% of our team say MCL is a great place to work, compared with a UK average of 54%.
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Company at a glance
At MCL Medics, people are at the heart of workplace health and wellbeing.
For over 20 years, organisations across the UK have trusted us as their occupational health provider, delivering tailored solutions that range from full remit of OH services, employee assistance programme (EAP) to remote and offshore medical support.
Our team of expert clinicians, counsellors, and wellbeing specialists work closely with employers across all sectors to keep their people safe, healthy, and supported. Whether it’s an occupational health assessment, a pre-placement screening, health surveillance or a confidential conversation with our counselling team, every interaction is handled with care, compassion, and professionalism.
We believe occupational health is about more than compliance, it’s about building healthier workplaces where employees can thrive and businesses can succeed. From energy and offshore industries to corporate and public sector organisations, our services are designed to protect people and strengthen performance.
That’s why our clients stay with us: they know we listen, we care, and we deliver.
Top Benefits
- 25 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Access To Same-day GP Appointments
- Second Medical Opinion
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career Support And Progression
- Ongoing Occupational Health Training And Development
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