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Why Inclusive Recruitment Isn’t a ‘Nice to Have’; It’s a Business Imperative
OCS UK & Ireland Chief People Officer, Sarah Williams, digs into the importance of inclusive recruitment as a key tool for businesses' growth and advancement. Read More
Sarah Williams
25 Jun, 2025
Why Inclusive Recruitment Isn’t a ‘Nice to Have’; It’s a Business Imperative
OCS UK & Ireland Chief People Officer, Sarah Williams, digs into the importance of inclusive recruitment as a key tool for businesses' growth and advancement.
Sarah Williams
25 Jun, 2025
Together We Engineer: Catherine Haynes’s journey in Hard Services
For International Women in Engineering Day 2025, we celebrate Catherine Haynes, Operations Manager, Hard Services at OCS, whose path into hard services highlights perseverance, adaptability, and a deep understanding of what makes facilities tick.
OCS Team
23 Jun, 2025
Together We Engineer: Dione McMaster’s Journey in Hard Services
For Dione McMaster, becoming a project manager in hard services was a path shaped by opportunity, curiosity, and determination. As we mark International Women in Engineering Day 2025, Dione’s story is a powerful reminder that engineering is for everyone and that teamwork truly makes the difference.
OCS Team
23 Jun, 2025
Recognising the Contribution of Women in Engineering
Celebrating INWED on 23rd June – recognising women in engineering, their achievements, and the importance of inclusive, diverse workplaces.
OCS Team
23 Jun, 2025
TRUE Story: Jess Williams, Breaking Boundaries in Security
Meet Jessica Williams, Security Manager at OCS, who brings resilience, empathy, and leadership to her role on the HP contract under the CDER Group.
OCS Team
20 Jun, 2025
A Welcome Step Forward: Free School Meals Expansion Aligns with Angel Hill Food Co.’s Mission
The UK government recently announced a significant step in tackling child poverty: around 500,000 more children in England will soon become eligible for free school meals. The change expands access to children whose parents are receiving Universal Credit. This offers vital support to families facing the pressure of rising food and living costs.
OCS Team
19 Jun, 2025
Celebrating National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day 2025
On 18th June 2025, OCS Group proudly joins healthcare organisations across the UK and Ireland in recognising National Healthcare Estates and Facilities Day.
OCS Team
18 Jun, 2025
The Future of FM: Next Generation Facilities Management by OCS (NextGen FM®)
OCS delivers NextGen FM®: people-first, tech-driven facilities management, built on 125 years of facilities evolution.
OCS Team
16 Jun, 2025
OCS Team Lend a Hand to Transform Sensory Garden for Adult Services Users
In a remarkable display of dedication and stewardship, OCS colleagues carved time out to refurbish and refresh an ageing sensory garden at an Adult Services site.
OCS Team
11 Jun, 2025
Is Your Hard Services Strategy Ready for AI?
AI has unlocked a whole new world of building maintenance. Are your hard services ready for this big leap? OCS weighs in.
OCS Team
10 Jun, 2025
The Real Impact of Social Value: Four Key Lessons from Industry Leaders
Following our recently concluded Social Value roundtable and subsequent report, we're pulling our four important lessons we learned from speaking to industry experts from across the corporate spectrum.
OCS Team
09 Jun, 2025
OCS Secures Three-Year Cleaning Contract with West Midlands Metro
OCS has been awarded a three-year cleaning contract by West Midlands Metro tram network. A 20-strong team from OCS has mobilised the contract, operating 24/7 across day and night shifts, supported by team training and equipment tailored to the specific needs of the light rail sector.
OCS Team
06 Jun, 2025