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 Southern Region has a vacancy for the position of Education and Health & Safety Officer based in the Southern Region.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver training throughout the entire region. As the post will cover the entirety of the Region, it will require a degree of flexibility to necessitate periods of travel and time away from home.

As the Regional Education and Health & Safety Officer, you will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of our regional training, education, and health & safety programmes. You’ll work closely with officials, postholders, members, and a variety of external partners to ensure that the Region’s priorities are met and that our members receive exceptional support.

We’re looking for a dedicated and proactive person to lead all aspects of Education and Health & Safety across our Southern Region. This key role supports the delivery of high‑quality training, promotes robust health and safety practices, and helps strengthen the organisation and campaigning efforts of the Region.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in developing our Region’s training, and supporting our members’ and activists’ development. You’ll be working in a varied and meaningful role where your work has real impact.

Your responsibilities will include:

Training & Education

• Planning, organising, and delivering a comprehensive Regional training programme for postholders, including Branch Officials, Shop Stewards, Safety Representatives, and Union Learning Representatives.
• Teaching on training courses where appropriate.
• Identifying emerging training needs and integrating them into the programme.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Acting as the first point of contact for health & safety queries from members, postholders, and Officials.
• Supporting Regional Officials to resolve workplace health & safety concerns, including workplace visits, inspections, research, and reports.
• Assisting the National Health & Safety Officer with implementing GMB health, safety, and environmental policies and campaigns.

General Responsibilities

• Providing advice to the Regional Secretary regarding the health, safety, and welfare of regional staff.
• Building strong working relationships with training providers, educational institutions, government bodies, and other relevant organisations.
• Engaging with local media to promote GMB’s profile on training, education, and workplace safety.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about education, lifelong learning, and improving workplace health & safety.
• Able to communicate confidently and credibly with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable teaching, presenting, and leading training sessions.
• Skilled at building relationships and working collaboratively.
• Have strong knowledge of trade union structures, training provision, and workplace health & safety legislation.

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

• Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare Assistance Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Eye Care claim back Scheme
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Annual Health Check

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

TO APPLY: If you would like to apply, please download the application pack documents from the links located on the right-hand side.

Please note:

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.