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Supporting the Transition: Why Veterans Thrive in Facilities Management
Carl Gage on why veterans thrive in facilities management, the transferable skills military service develops, and how the OCS Armed Forces Network supports service leavers. Read More
OCS Team
24 Jun, 2026
Hilton Names Gabriela Gheorghiu Head of Department of the Year 2025
Gabriela Gheorghiu shares the leadership and teamwork behind her recognition by Hilton’s senior leadership team.
OCS Team
27 Feb, 2026
Creating Opportunity Where it Matters Most
From Muirhouse to Spartans Community Foundation, discover how OCS is helping create practical opportunities for young people.
OCS Team
25 Feb, 2026
Housekeeping in FM: Leading from the Front at Manchester Central
Housekeeping at Manchester Central Convention Complex goes beyond presentation, supporting safety, sustainability, and the smooth running of live events. Led by Heather Andrews, the team delivers consistent standards under pressure while bringing frontline operational insight to the Manchester Cleaning Show.
OCS Team
20 Feb, 2026
Opening Doors to Inclusive Recruitment in Facilities Management
OCS is widening access to facilities management careers through inclusive, ring-fenced recruitment. By focusing on skills, potential and practical support, this approach removes barriers, strengthens teams and delivers real outcomes for people and places.
Elly Besley - Senior Resourcing Manager - Inclusion, OCS UK & Ireland
17 Feb, 2026
Building Confidence on the Frontline: Apprenticeships Shaping the Future of FM
How apprenticeships at OCS build confidence, digital capability and long-term career pathways across frontline facilities management roles.
Sarah Williams - Chief People Officer, OCS UK & Ireland
13 Feb, 2026
Building Opportunity and Impact, A Conversation With Nikki Brown
Nikki Brown, Head of the OCS Foundation, reflects on her journey into the charitable sector and her commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for young people and communities. She shares the experiences that have shaped her approach and outlines her priorities for growing the Foundation’s impact across the regions OCS serves.
OCS Team
29 Jan, 2026
Designing Difference Into HR Systems, Why Personalisation Matters at Scale
Why personalising HR systems matters at scale, and how inclusive design supports fair opportunity and development across a diverse workforce.
Sarah Williams - Chief People Officer, OCS UK & Ireland
23 Jan, 2026
People-Centred HR: A Conversation with Stephanie Turner
Stephanie Turner leads HR for OCS’s Private FM business, bringing frontline experience into a senior leadership role. In this conversation, she shares how operational insight shapes practical HR leadership, supports sustainable growth, and ensures people, technology and values work together to deliver consistent outcomes on the ground.
OCS Team
13 Jan, 2026
Destination Christmas – Thank You to All of Our OCS Colleagues
Behind the lights and festive cheer of Christmas in London, OCS colleagues are at work. This poem is a heartfelt thank you to the teams who keep the city’s most-loved destinations safe, welcoming, and ready for millions of guests.
OCS Team
22 Dec, 2025
Understanding More: SME William Downey Shares His View On Delivering Rail Excellence
This Q&A with William Downey explores how OCS supports the UK’s rail network through people-led, digitally enabled services. He reflects on the fast-paced, time-sensitive nature of rail, the importance of empowered teams, and the growing role of technology and transparency in delivering clean, safe and reliable journeys for passengers.
OCS Team
10 Dec, 2025
Creating a Legacy the OCS way – Celebrating 37 years of June Clover
June Clover retires after 37 years of exceptional service across Harwich International, leaving a legacy of reliability, dedication, and kindness that has shaped the Essex Police contract and inspired colleagues throughout OCS.
OCS Team
08 Dec, 2025
Opening Doors, Building Futures: OCS Wins Top Award for Commitment to Inclusive Hiring
OCS received the ERSA Employer Partnership Award for its work with the Shaw Trust to support inclusive employment and social mobility.
OCS Team
02 Dec, 2025