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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
OCS Colleagues Ran The Big Half 2024 in Support of Pecan!
On 1st September, six of our colleagues ran The Big Half in support of Pecan, a charity that provides resources and support to those who need in the most.
OCS Team
06 Sep, 2024
From Paycheck to Performance: OCS’s Mark Chapman’s Musical Journey
Mark Chapman’s first step toward becoming a guitarist coincided with him receiving his first paycheck as an apprentice with OCS and the NEC group. Now, a decade on, he’ll be performing onstage for the first time at the 1000 Lights event to raise funds for charity.
OCS Team
14 Aug, 2024
Kirsty Carroll’s Inspiring Journey from Helpdesk Operator to Central Operations Director
Kirsty Carroll’s inspiring journey from Helpdesk Operator to Central Operations Director at OCS, demonstrating dynamic leadership and growth.
OCS Team
12 Aug, 2024
Four Key Tips for Women Aspiring to Management in Cleaning with Jen Bates
Jen Bates, Managing Director at OCS, shares her journey and offers valuable advice for women aiming to rise to management positions in the cleaning industry in her latest interview with Cleaning Magazine and these were our key takeaways.
OCS Team
05 Aug, 2024
Celebrating 40 Years of Service with Mike Stark, SELECT President and OCS Director of Data Cabling and Networks
Mike Stark, the newly appointed President of SELECT, has dedicated an impressive 40 years to the electrical industry and within the OCS business. Today we mark the occasion by awarding him with our Long Service Award.
OCS Team
26 Jul, 2024
OCS Offers Summer Employment Opportunities in Tower Hamlets
In collaboration with Queen Mary University of London, OCS helped provide meaningful employment to Tower Hamlets locals.
OCS Team
17 Jul, 2024
Ringo Francis Joins OCS as Non-Executive Director
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ringo Francis as Non-Executive Director, effective immediately. Ringo brings a wealth of experience in the cleaning and hygiene industry, aligning perfectly with OCS’s mission to make people and places the best they can be.
OCS Team
05 Jul, 2024
Armed Forces Day: Honouring Our Veteran Colleagues
In honour of Armed Forces Day, learn the story of Bir and Carl, two of our colleagues who served in the military and since retiring their uniforms have found fruitful careers at OCS.
OCS Team
01 Jul, 2024
A Sit-down with Group CEO, Rob Legge in honour of Armed Forces Day
As Armed Forces Day rolls around and we honour our troops, we sat down with Group CEO Rob Legge, a veteran himself, to discuss the importance of force-friendly employment.
Rob Legge, Group CEO
28 Jun, 2024
OCS TRUE Pride Week
We're proud to launch TRUE Pride Week along with our buddy-up system, Fellowship Framework, that supports people through their coming-out journey within business.
OCS Team
24 Jun, 2024
International Women in Engineering Day: Giorgia Baker
For International Women in Engineering Day this year, we sat down with Account Director, Giorgia Baker to learn about her illustrious path in hard services at OCS.
OCS Team
21 Jun, 2024
OCS Appoints David De Santiago as Group AI & Digital Services Director
OCS is pleased to announce the appointment of David De Santiago as our new Group AI & Digital Services Director.
OCS Team
19 Jun, 2024