Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager

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Sir Robert Mcalpine
A family-owned construction & infrastructure firm designing and building iconic UK projects since 1869
Lead HS&W strategy, support projects, improve safety culture and compliance.
22 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Pre-Construction
Construction
Construction Management
Geospatial Engineering
Digital Construction
Lifting Solutions
Facades
Customer Care
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Heritage & Special Projects
Healthcare
Infrastructure
Rail
Highways
Commercial
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
competence review
resource escalation
reporting culture
hs&w support
personnel leadership
strategy implementation
  • Identify and help rectify any competence issues for projects that you support
  • Identify and escalate any resource issues, which could create a HS&W risk for projects you support
  • Promote and help create a positive HS&W reporting culture
  • Provide high levels of HS&W support and advice to assigned projects
  • Influence and support project personnel to lead and engage in HS&W
  • Support implementation and embedment of companywide HS&W strategy objectives
What you bring
nebosh
iosh chartered
senior leadership
root cause
h&s support
lifting
  • NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5/6 in Occupational Health and Safety
  • Excellent people leadership skills
  • Sound understanding of behavioural psychology and human factors
  • Senior Leadership Team experience
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Experience of leading HS&W improvement with successful results
  • Competent understanding and ability to apply root cause analysis
  • Experience of providing highly technical H&S support to complex Construction or Civil Engineering projects within UK Tier 1 contractors
  • Chartered member of IOSH
  • Strong technical background with experience across major project schemes
  • Lifting Experience
  • Member of IOSH working towards Chartered Status
  • Experience of managing direct reports
Benefits
  • Mental Health First Aider
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1869
Founded
The company was established in 1869 by Robert McAlpine, marking its origin as a small repair business that grew into a major player in British construction.
1924
Wembley Stadium
The firm completed the construction of Wembley Stadium, a landmark project that showcased its expertise in large-scale engineering.
2024
Financial Recovery
In 2024, the company achieved a strong financial recovery, with a turnover of £940 million and a pre-tax profit of £10.4 million.
£940M
Turnover
The company reported a turnover of £940 million in 2024, reflecting its strong performance in the construction sector.
  • It pioneered large-scale concrete engineering, building iconic structures like the Glenfinnan Viaduct in 1901.
  • Throughout the 20th century, it delivered major landmarks including the Dorchester Hotel, the Millennium Dome, and the London Olympic Stadium.
  • Now structured around sectors rather than regions, it handles diverse projects from infrastructure to healthcare and nuclear engineering.
  • Its portfolio includes high-tech industrial facilities, hospitals, transport hubs, and historic buildings.
  • Notable achievements include crafting artificial Mulberry Harbours for D-Day and deploying floating tower cranes for city-centre construction.
  • The firm blend heritage preservation with cutting-edge engineering to shape Britain’s future landscape.
Culture + Values
  • We act with integrity, treat people fairly, and do what we say we will.
  • A family business, for us, it’s always personal.
  • We rely on and support each other... open and honest and take the time to listen.
  • Clients, supply-chain partners and communities are treated 'as part of our extended family.'
  • Pride in technical expertise, commitment to excellence and quality of our people.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2045
Carbon Emissions Target
Achieving Net Zero carbon emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
71% Emission Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Performance
Significant reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since the 2020 baseline, reflecting strong progress toward sustainability goals.
90% Absolute Reduction
2045 Commitment
Committed to reducing absolute emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 90% by 2045, showcasing long-term sustainability ambition.
£997M Social Impact
Community Investment
Significant investment in social initiatives, including job creation, apprenticeships, and charitable contributions.
  • 9.5% reduction in absolute construction waste; 99% diversion from landfill.
  • 95% responsible sourcing of materials via supply-chain frameworks.
Inclusion & Diversity
2024
Recognizing Female Engineers
Recognized female engineers during International Women in Engineering Day 2024.
ParalympicsGB
Strategic Partnership
Partners with ParalympicsGB to promote inclusion and diversity.
  • Committed to creating a truly inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
  • Vision includes welcoming a diversity of talent as part of our family culture.
  • Inclusion described as: “We treat each other like family.”
  • Construction Youth Trust as a strategic partner.
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Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager at Sir Robert Mcalpine in Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom