On behalf of our client, a dynamic Tier 2 contractor, we are recruiting an experienced Health & Safety Manager to oversee safety across a landmark multi-phase development in Bristol for an international client. Currently in light enabling works, with full construction starting in September 2025, the project includes a £90m office building, a £60m underground car park, utility buildings, and civil infrastructure, spanning 5–10 years across five phases. Our client’s lean, collaborative approach ensures efficient delivery, integrating modern construction with heritage preservation, featuring piled walls, concrete basements, and glulam timber or RC/steel frames.
Role Overview:
Our client seeks a dedicated Health & Safety Manager to ensure compliance and foster a safe working environment across all project schemes, including the £90m office building, £60m car park, and utility buildings. This full-time, site-based role is critical for managing safety on a complex project involving piled walls, concrete basements, and a Grade II listed building, ensuring a robust safety culture for all teams and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies across all project schemes, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure safe execution of works involving piled walls, concrete basements, and glulam timber or RC/steel frames.
Support subcontractors with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring alignment with project KPIs and safety standards.
Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and training to promote a strong safety culture.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers, and Engineers to mitigate safety risks, particularly for heritage elements like the Grade II listed building.
Provide regular safety reports to the Project Director and client, ensuring transparency and proactive risk management.
Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Person Specification:
Proven experience as a Health & Safety Manager with a Tier 2 contractor, ideally on projects involving piling, concrete basements, or civil infrastructure.
Experience with heritage projects or complex construction (e.g., drainage, bridges) is advantageous.
Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, with expertise in RAMS and KPI management.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage subcontractors and site teams effectively.
Proactive and committed to fostering a safe, collaborative site environment.
Relevant qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, degree in Health & Safety, or equivalent) required.
Valid CSCS card and SMSTS required.
What Our Client Offers:
Competitive salary up to £85,000, with a car allowance (approx. 10% of salary), private healthcare, and negotiable pension contribution.
Opportunity to lead safety on a high-profile, multi-phase project with long-term prospects over 5–10 years.
A collaborative, lean working environment with modern office facilities and dedicated client offices under construction.
The chance to contribute to a community-focused development with significant regional impact.
Working Environment:
This role is fully site-based in Bristol, with daily interaction with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, ensuring safety across a landmark project that blends modern construction with heritage preservation.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation