Hard Facilities Management Services for Distribution and Logistics

Our engineering expertise and industry insights form the backbone of your logistics infrastructure. Here’s how we make it happen: 

Capital Projects Delivery

Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC Services

Fire Safety and Security Systems

Building & Fabric Maintenance and Refurbishment

Energy and Environmental Services

Find out more about how we can support the Distribution & Logistics sector

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OCS Hard Services Division in Numbers

We’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be. We recognise the vital role that Hard Services in Distribution and Logistics play in achieving the best outcomes for our colleagues, customers, and communities.

  • 150 years' experience

    124yrs

    Experience in technical services and innovation

  • Technical Inspections

    250000+

    Technical inspections completed every year

  • Reactive work

    240000

    Reactive work orders carried out each year

  • Technical Engineers

    3000+

    In-house technical and engineering colleagues

Our Services

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Capital Projects Delivery

We provide essential in-house skills, resources, and processes for Distribution and Logistics organisations. Our services include Capital Projects, Planned & Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance, and Statutory Compliance.

With 124 years of experience, we provide 24/7 support year-round. Our 85% in-house M&E expertise ensures top-quality delivery, completing over 500,000 technical inspections annually with support from 3,000+ technical and engineering colleagues across the UK.

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Mechanical, Electrical & HVAC Services

Our in-house M&E teams provide 24/7 support for both reactive fixes and preventive maintenance. Logistics never sleeps, and neither do we.

We pride ourselves on our 99% contractual compliance, ensuring prompt support when you need it most.

Our expertise covers a diverse portfolio, managing everything from distribution centers to warehouses, including conveyor belts, loading docks, climate control, and multi-temp facilities.

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Fire Safety and Security Systems

Our experts design and install customised safety solutions for distribution and logistics, including fire alarms and access control.

We keep your systems ready with regular testing and maintenance, focusing on both prevention and suppression.

Whether it’s a bustling warehouse or a distribution hub, fire safety is our bedrock. Your assets, your vessels—they’re in safe hands with OCS’s robust compliance processes. 

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Building & Fabric Maintenance and Refurbishment

Our bespoke solutions are tailored to your needs, whether it’s a bustling distribution centre or a new roof.

With our seamless integration, repairs blend into your operations, ensuring uninterrupted logistics flow.

We handle everything from safety compliance to minor defects, acting as your logistics health check.

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Energy & Environmental

Our Energy & Environmental Services enhance sustainability in distribution and logistics. We improve energy efficiency with optimised lighting, solar PV, and smart HVAC systems, reducing costs and carbon footprint. Efficient water usage saves resources and lowers bills. Biodiversity-friendly practices create healthier environments, and we ensure clean air and safe workplaces for all.

Accreditations & Certification

We prioritise safety and our industry-specific training, association, accreditations and certification enable our teams to deliver consistency, compliance and best practice – recognised through industry awards.

Connect with our Hard Services Team

We’re ready to deliver the best experiences, productivity, practices, resilience and outcomes and we look forward to connecting with you with our team.

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