Kenneth O'Neill

Principal adviser to J1 Head of Branch, driving strategic HR policy, governance, and discipline oversight across BFC. Lead and manage a six-person team delivering critical HR outputs. Provide authoritative advice on military law and discipline, ensuring compliance and integrity. Oversee workforce planning, appraisals, and reward programmes. Liaise with Military Court Service and direct compulsory drug testing programme. Deliver strategic solutions to tri-Service workforce issues and lead HR projects supporting organisational objectives.

Diplomatically accredited lead for Personnel Support across USSG, managing services for 2,500 personnel and families. Directed a six-person team delivering HR operations including visas, travel, appraisals, and awards. Acted as SME for civilian HR, advising on recruitment, succession planning, and change management. Delivered strategic HR initiatives to optimise efficiency and engagement.

Led HR for locally engaged civilians, managing policy, payroll, and full recruitment lifecycle. Oversaw onboarding and integration of personnel, ensuring operational readiness. Provided strategic HR advice and stakeholder engagement to support BFSAI mission objectives.

Managed HR, recruitment, and welfare for 200+ personnel and families in Saudi Arabia. Delivered policy compliance under Saudi Labour Law and led organisational change initiatives. Oversaw housing and transport operations, ensuring operational effectiveness. Provided first-line welfare support and strategic HR guidance to senior stakeholders.

Supported career management for 300 commissioned officers, ensuring correct postings, contracts, and training. Managed appraisal processes and promotion boards. Maintained Oracle-based personnel database and liaised with Army HQ on strategic workforce planning.

Provided armed and unarmed security across Defence establishments. Managed access control, conducted searches, and enforced compliance with security regulations.