GMB | Regional Education Health & Safety Research Officer - North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region

Organisation name GMB Salary Grade 7 (starting salary £51,812.28 p.a.) Closing date Tue, 22 Jul 2025 - 12 : 00 Job location Newcastle or Wakefield Hours Unspecified hours, Permanent Website https : / / www.gmb.org.uk Apply Now About this Role

Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage women, ethnically diverse / global majority heritage, disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GMB North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region is seeking applications for the role of Regional Education Health & Safety Research Officer.

This is a key position within the region, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading on health and safety matters, coordinating our education programmes, and delivering research work that supports the wider objectives of the union.

The successful candidate will be working from Newcastle or Wakefield, but candidates should be aware that they may be required to work from any location within the NEYH Region at the discretion of the Regional Secretary, in order to meet the needs of the region.

Applicants must have a proven record of the following :

• A professional Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or equivalent)
• Experience in education programme design and delivery
• A solid understanding of GMB’s values and the wider trade union movement
• Confidence working with internal stakeholders, external partners, and regulators
• Strong organisational, communication and budgeting skills
• Experience developing campaigns, managing projects, and supporting lay activists
• You’ll be leading regional initiatives across health and safety, education, and research—playing a vital part in growing and supporting our membership.

Other Information

In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including :

If you think you may be who we’re looking for and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification in the job description, we’d like to hear from you.