Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Scaffolding Partner in Bristol
Magnum Scaffolding has been a trusted name in the scaffolding industry since 1983, delivering expert solutions across the UK. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with advanced technical knowledge to meet the diverse needs of construction, refurbishment, and infrastructure projects. Led by industry veterans with NVQ and CSCS certifications, we prioritise health and safety while utilising proprietary systems like Van-Thiel and Haki to enhance efficiency. Our cloud-based management tools ensure transparent collaboration, and our commitment to training guarantees a skilled workforce.With a portfolio spanning listed buildings, hospitals, and student accommodation, we provide tailored scaffolding, temporary roofs, and containment solutions. Our clients consistently praise our reliability, innovative problem-solving, and adherence to the highest safety standards. Backed by accreditations and partnerships with leading industry bodies, we remain dedicated to advancing safety practices and client satisfaction. Whether managing complex temporary works or supplying shrink-wrap protection, our focus remains on delivering value through expertise and precision.
Services
Scaffolding
Temporary Roofs
Shrink Wrap & Containment
Safety & Technical Services
Cladding Replacement
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in scaffolding access solutions
- Our team includes certified experts in health and safety
- We utilise proprietary equipment for enhanced safety and efficiency
- We offer 24/7 support for urgent project requirements
- We maintain a 100% focus on statutory compliance and risk management
What people say
High-quality service
Flexible and reasonable
Collaborative and safe
Safest scaffolding firm
Services
Scaffolding
Magnum Scaffolding provides comprehensive scaffolding structures tailored to construction, refurbishment, and infrastructure projects. Our expertise includes complex designs for listed buildings, hospitals, and educational facilities. Utilising proprietary systems like Van-Thiel and Haki, we ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with statutory regulations. Our cloud-based inspection tools enhance transparency and project management.
Temporary Roofs
Specialist temporary roof solutions for sensitive refurbishment projects, including churches and historic buildings. We employ HAKITEC 750 roll-out methods and proprietary systems to create weatherproof, recyclable structures. Our approach prioritises safety, rapid installation, and adaptability to challenging sites while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.
Shrink Wrap & Containment
Durable Tufcoat shrink-wrap solutions for scaffolding enclosures, offering extreme weather resistance across construction, aerospace, and marine sectors. Our systems create controlled environments for hazardous material containment or temperature-sensitive work, available as static or mobile units. The recyclable material ensures environmental responsibility without compromising durability.
Safety & Technical Services
End-to-end safety compliance services covering scaffolding procurement, design audits, and statutory inspections. We provide cloud-based tag systems for real-time monitoring, tie testing, and temporary works management. Our team assists with risk assessments, RAMS validation, and adherence to Working at Height Regulations, ensuring client compliance with current legislation.
Cladding Replacement
Specialised cladding replacement services for high-rise residential blocks and commercial properties. Our approach combines proprietary scaffolding equipment with expert installation techniques to ensure safety and efficiency. We manage full project cycles from substrate testing to final installation, maintaining strict compliance with building regulations and safety protocols throughout the process.
People
Steven Phillips
Managing Director
With over 40 years in scaffolding, Steven established Magnum in 1983 after Wimpey Construction. Holding NVQ 5 and NEBOSH certifications, he leads health and safety strategy while serving on the NASC National Safety Committee.
Peter Colleran
Operations Manager
Peter brings 45 years of scaffolding expertise, managing complex site operations. His advanced certifications ensure compliance with industry standards, focusing on client communication and deadline management for large-scale projects.
Jude Phillips
Marketing & Administration
Jude joined Magnum as a trainee business manager in 2024. Pursuing Level 3 Business Administration qualifications, he manages marketing initiatives and administrative operations while contributing to the NASC Membership Standards Committee.
Darryl Leck
Contract Manager
With 45 years in scaffolding, Darryl oversees contract management and estimating. A qualified system scaffolding trainer, he specialises in complex structures and ensures technical excellence across Magnum's project portfolio.
Questions
What scaffolding services does Magnum Scaffolding offer?
We provide contract scaffolding, temporary roofs, shrink-wrap containment, cladding replacement, and safety compliance services for construction, refurbishment, and infrastructure projects.
How experienced is Magnum Scaffolding?
Established in 1983, our team collectively holds over 100 years of industry experience with advanced certifications in management, safety, and technical scaffolding systems.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in sensitive refurbishment projects including churches, castles, and Grade 2 listed buildings, using non-invasive techniques to preserve historical integrity.
What safety standards do you follow?
We comply with Working at Height Regulations 2005, NASC guidelines, and ISO standards, maintaining cloud-based inspection systems and regular statutory audits for all projects.
Can you provide emergency scaffolding services?
Our 24/7 support team offers urgent scaffolding solutions with rapid mobilisation for critical access or safety requirements across the UK.
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout the UK, with particular expertise in Bristol, Bath, Cardiff, Swansea, and surrounding regions, handling projects from central London to remote industrial sites.
