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Catering Division’s Remarkable Fundraising Efforts for Teenage Cancer Trust
In a heartwarming display of solidarity and commitment, our catering division has successfully raised an impressive sum for the Teenage Cancer Trust. The fundraising activities, which began in May last… Read More
OCS Team
29 Jan, 2025
Overcoming Hesitance Towards Smart Air Ventilation Systems
OCS Hard Services Director Tony Parkinson offers insight on how to overcome hurdles and hesitation towards air ventilation systems.
OCS Team
29 Jan, 2025
Budgeting for Excellence: Catering in Education
Budgeting for school catering is no small feat, especially when the goal is to provide nutritious and appealing meals within strict financial limits. OCS embraces this challenge by combining resourcefulness, innovation, and a commitment to quality
OCS Team
27 Jan, 2025
TRUE Story: From the Ground Up, Ross Gallacher’s Path to Project Management
Starting his career in 2007 as a mobile engineer to now working as a project manager, Ross Gallacher has seen great growth on OCS's contract with SCTS and COPFS. Read on to learn about his TRUE Story.
OCS Team
24 Jan, 2025
Big Carbon Kick Out: A Sit Down with Matt Vernon
Discover how our Big Carbon Kick Out initiative reduces the carbon footprint of beloved dishes without sacrificing flavour.
OCS Team
22 Jan, 2025
OCS Acquires Maxim FM, one of the fastest-growing facilities management companies in the North-East
OCS is pleased to announce its acquisition of Maxim FM, one of the fastest-growing independent regional facilities management companies.
OCS Team
21 Jan, 2025
OCS Social Value roundtable: Opening Doors for Opportunity
Building on the success of our first ESG roundtable focused on social value, we sat down with Ann-Marie Conlon-Taylor, Social Value Manager to learn about her key takeaways from the event.
OCS Team
20 Jan, 2025
TRUE Story: Peter Dunn, A Pillar of Stability and Leadership at OCS
We meet Peter Dunn. For nearly two decades, Peter stands as a pillar of dedication and resilience.
OCS Team
17 Jan, 2025
Business Management Apprentice: Meet Jacob
In September 2024, we launched our latest social value initiative - a business management apprenticeship programme. In this article, meet Jacob, one of our apprentices, right out of school and hospitality, who is settling into professional life at OCS.
OCS Team
16 Jan, 2025
Breaking News: OCS Recognised as One of the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2025
We are pleased to announce that Glassdoor has recognised OCS as the 36th Best Company to Work For in 2025! This prestigious accolade was highlighted in a recent study featured on Sky News's blog.
OCS Team
15 Jan, 2025
OCS and Everton F.C. ‘strike’ five-year FM partnership to support new stadium
OCS has secured a 5-year contract to deliver integrated facilities management services to Premier League club Everton F.C.
OCS Team
14 Jan, 2025
OCS Strengthens Partnership with GKN Aerospace Through Comprehensive TFM Contract
OCS is pleased to announce the expansion of its long-standing partnership with GKN Aerospace, a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, into a comprehensive TFM contract.
OCS Team
10 Jan, 2025
TRUE Story: Sandra Birch, The Heartbeat of Scottish Courts’ Cleanliness
For 30 years, Sandra Birch has been the driving force behind the spotless halls of the Scottish courts . Starting as a nighttime cleaner, Sandra's dedication and meticulous attention to detail propelled her into a supervisory role, where she now manages cleaning schedules and ensures every corner shines!
OCS Team
09 Jan, 2025