Debenhams Group

Advisor

• Provide professional occupational health support across our Manchester Head Office, London sites and Sheffield Distribution Centre.
• Support the business with occupational health assessments, employee wellbeing guidance, fitness for work recommendations and absence management cases.
• Work closely with our People Team and managers to help support employee health, wellbeing and attendance while ensuring balanced, practical and compliant advice is provided.
• Carry out occupational health assessments and consultations for employees across office and warehouse environments.
• Provide professional advice and recommendations regarding fitness for work, return to work plans, workplace adjustments, long-term and short-term sickness absence, disability-related support requirements, health conditions impacting work performance.
• Produce clear, objective and timely management reports following assessments.
• Advise managers and HR colleagues on occupational health matters and best practice.
• Support with case management referrals as required.
• Assess and recommend reasonable workplace adjustments in line with Equality Act requirements.
• Provide guidance relating to employee wellbeing and workplace health initiatives.
• Maintain confidential employee records and comply with GDPR and professional standards.
• Build positive relationships with employees, managers and key stakeholders across the business.

Occupational Health Advisor