REQ ID: 130766
JOB TITLE: Deputy Occupational Health Advisor
SALARY: £45,000-£50,000
POSTING START DATE: 31/03/2026
POSTING END DATE: 15/04/2026
LOCATION: Solihull  

In this role, you're part of the driving force behind JLR’s success. Helping steer operational excellence across our corporate teams, from governance to talent – you’ll be at the epicentre of the business. Your contributions will transform our iconic brands and shape the future of modern luxury. Become part of a global business and create exceptional.

As a Deputy Occupational Health Advisor, you’ll play a key role within our Health and Safety team, providing professional advice and support to a wide range of stakeholders across the business. Working closely with our in‑house occupational health team and an external provider, you’ll help deliver a high‑quality service that positively impacts the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees.

This varied role combines proactive sickness‑absence case management, fitness‑for‑work assessments, statutory health surveillance and involvement in wider health and wellbeing initiatives - giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s a summary of the key responsibilities: 

• Support the Senior Workplace Health Advisor in delivering the occupational health service and managing departmental activities
• Conduct pre‑placement medical assessments to determine role suitability and advise on reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act
• Carry out fitness‑for‑work assessments for employees returning after illness or injury, providing guidance on rehabilitation needs
• Deliver statutory health surveillance for conditions such as occupational deafness, dermatitis, asthma and hand‑arm vibration syndrome, escalating cases when required
• Provide clear advice to managers and supervisors following assessments, including liaising with external clinicians and requesting medical reports where appropriate
• Visit workplaces when needed to assess job demands and provide accurate, evidence‑based fitness‑for‑work recommendations
• Participate in case conferences with managers and HR to support appropriate decision‑making and case management

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills you’ll need to help you succeed, including:

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Full, valid driving licence
• Strong experience in Occupational Health and case management
• Ability to maintain accurate, confidential medical records in line with NMC standards
• Competent in delivering health surveillance (respiratory, skin, audiometry and HAVS)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organised, able to prioritise workload, and confident using IT systems

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working* 
  
  

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.