We have an exciting opportunity for a Personnel Health Technician to join our client in Gourock.
The Personnel Health Technician will be responsible for primarily providing and administering Health Surveillance screening.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
Self-starter who can prioritise tasks and deliver results without constant supervision.
Healthcare background - preferred.
Qualified to administer audiometry testing to HSE standard.
Qualified to assess Hand Arm Vibration symptoms in workers to HSE standard.
Qualified mental health first aider
Excellent communication skills.
The ability to multitask and prioritise.
Excellent organisational, planning and administration skills.
Ability in dealing with staff at all levels both internally and externally.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and proprietary healthcare software.
Driving licence essential for network travel.
Ability to work alone and prepared to travel.
Attention to detail.
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Audiometry testing.
* Whole body vibration testing.
* Hand arm vibration testing.
* General health surveillance - night workers.
* General health surveillance – other workers.
* Produce and maintain a schedule for all Health Surveillance testing activities.
* Produce statistics and management information when required.
* Liaise with vessels, dry docks and employees, other departments as necessary to facilitate the testing programme.
* Ensure all equipment required is maintained in accordance with manufacturer instructions and sector guidance.
* Follow up any Health Surveillance referrals with employees and, where necessary, Occupational Health providers.
* Maintain electronic records daily.
* Produce certificates and store electronically.
* Manage other organisational health checks, as necessary, e.g. annual flu vaccinations or specific testing for employees in any public health emergency.
* Assist the Crewing Department with general administrative support.
* Any other duties as reasonably required by Head of Crewing.
Stakeholder Management:
* Anticipate, meet, and exceed the needs of internal customers.
* Promote the company’s health surveillance offering to all applicable staff and stakeholders.
General Management:
* To support continual Improvement processes and improve the processes and procedures for health surveillance.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER
Salary: £33,648.00 per annum.
Benefits (including 37 days annual leave (pro-rata), staff travel pass and an industry leading pension)