Occupational Health Contract Jobs in Sheffield
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Lead Dietitian - Public Health
Posted 1 day ago by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
The Public Health Dietetic Team Lead (Band 7) position at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is a fixed-term role u...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Caernarfon, Wales, United Kingdom
Senior Health Care Support Worker (General Practice) - INTERNAL
Posted 1 day ago by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
The Senior Health Care Support Worker role at Hillcrest Medical Centre in Wrexham involves assisting GPs and the Practic...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Wrexham, Wales, United Kingdom
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Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
Posted 1 day ago by British Steel
The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist role at British Steel involves providing expert guidance on Health & Safet...
- Rate £60,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Ashby Puerorum, England, United Kingdom
Health Care Assistant
Posted 1 day ago by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
An opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join the Community Hospital Team as a Health Care Assistant for a fi...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Llandudno, Wales, United Kingdom
Health and Safety Manager Construction
Posted 3 days ago by JAVA RECRUITMENT LIMITED
The role of Construction Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager involves overseeing site safety and environmental...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Dunstable, Bedfordshire, UK
BeyondTrust SME (Privileged Access Management) - Manchester - 3 months+
Posted 3 days ago by Octopus Computer Associates
The role of BeyondTrust SME (Privileged Access Management) in Manchester involves providing hands-on administration and...
- Rate £481 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Manchester, UK
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Posted 4 days ago by JAVA RECRUITMENT LIMITED
The role of Construction Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager involves overseeing site safety and environmental...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Dunstable, Bedfordshire
Contract role: InterSystems Health Connect integration engineer at USA (Remote)...
Posted 4 days ago by Yochana IT Solutions
The role of an InterSystems Health Connect integration engineer involves designing, implementing, and supporting healthc...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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About Our Occupational Health Contract Roles in Sheffield
What does a occupational health contractor do?
As a contract Occupational Health, you are hired to deliver workplace health assessments, fitness-for-work evaluations, health surveillance programmes, and strategic occupational health advice to employers. Contract engagements cover pre-employment health screening, management referrals for sickness absence, Display Screen Equipment assessments, workplace health promotion, and compliance with statutory health surveillance requirements under COSHH and other regulations. Occupational Health contractors work within in-house OH teams at large employers, for occupational health service providers, and as independent practitioners supporting multiple organisations.
Occupational Health contractor roles require registered nurse or physician qualifications with specialist occupational health training. OH nurses typically hold an occupational health nursing degree or diploma and NMC registration with a specialist community public health nursing qualification. OH physicians hold a Faculty of Occupational Medicine diploma or fellowship. Practical experience conducting fitness-for-work assessments, health surveillance programmes, and advising managers on complex absence cases is essential. Familiarity with occupational health case management systems such as Cohort, Meddbase, or Cority is commonly expected.
What is the market like for occupational health contractors?
The Occupational Health contract market is a specialist market with steady demand driven by employer obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act and the growing focus on employee wellbeing. The NHS, defence, manufacturing, and construction sectors are the most consistent sources of demand. Post-pandemic, the scope of occupational health has broadened, with employers investing more in mental health support, musculoskeletal assessment, and health promotion programmes. The pipeline of qualified OH practitioners is relatively constrained, supporting firm rates for experienced contractors.
What is the contracting market like in Sheffield?
Advanced manufacturing and engineering research, linked to the University of Sheffield and surrounding firms, give the city a specialist contractor niche that sets it apart from its Yorkshire neighbour Leeds. Engineering, materials science, and technical project management roles generated by this cluster are difficult to replicate elsewhere in the north of England. NHS trusts serving South Yorkshire are substantial employers across clinical systems, operational improvement, and IT. A smaller but visible digital and technology community around the city centre is adding development, data, and design work year on year. Many contractors operate across both Sheffield and Leeds, treating the two as a single market. For those with engineering or manufacturing backgrounds, Sheffield offers a concentration of relevant opportunity that larger cities often lack.
How much do occupational health contractors usually earn in Sheffield?
Contract rates for occupational health roles in Sheffield typically range from £315 to £585 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many occupational health vacancies in Sheffield are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 80 occupational health contract roles across the site, with Sheffield showing regular listings. Data reviewed up to June 2026.