Category: Our People
Culinary Classroom: That’s A Wrap
This year’s Culinary Classroom concluded at the International Salon Culinaire, marking the end of an enriching 10-month journey for ten Angel Hill Food Co. chefs.
OCS Team
09 Apr, 2025
Honouring Service and Dedication: OCS Team Members Awarded King’s Coronation Coin
OCS is proud to celebrate the achievements of several dedicated team members who have been awarded the prestigious King’s Coronation Coin in recognition of their service alongside Leicestershire Police.
OCS Team
03 Apr, 2025
NextGenFM: Leading the Future of Facilities Management with Nick Maggs
In our inaugural interview for our NextGenFM series, we had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Maggs, the Managing Director for Hard Services on the future of facilities management.
OCS Team
28 Mar, 2025
125 Years of Dedication: The Evolution and Recognition of Cleaning at OCS
For Women's History Month this March, we reflect on the legacy of the women who helped build up OCS. As a company that began as a cleaning business and as cleaning continues to be a profession dominated by women, we look back through time to challenge attitudes towards cleaning as a profession.
OCS Team
17 Mar, 2025
TRUE Story: Graeme Hamilton, Driving Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Innovation
Graeme Hamilton is a seasoned professional with a background in management consulting and nearly two decades of experience in energy efficiency and decarbonisation. He recently joined OCS as the Energy Sector Director.
OCS Team
14 Mar, 2025
OCS Launches ‘Women in Security’ Working Group to Drive Industry Change
We recognise the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. That’s why the OCS Security Team has launched the Women in Security Working Group — a colleague-led working group designed to support and empower women in the industry.
OCS Team
10 Mar, 2025
Revisiting TRUE Stories: Judy Bartle, The PR Trailblazer Who Kept OCS Connected
Meet Judy, a trailblazing public relations executive. For IWD this year we are revisiting stories of trailblazing women from across OCS's vast history to celebrate our 125th anniversary.
OCS Team
07 Mar, 2025
Revisiting TRUE Stories: Scottie, Breaking Barriers as OCS’s First Female Contracts Manager
Meet Scottie, the first female contract manager at OCS. For IWD this year we are revisiting stories of trailblazing women from across OCS's vast history to celebrate our 125th anniversary.
OCS Team
07 Mar, 2025
Revisiting TRUE Stories: Rita Bray, A Groundbreaker in Leadership and Legacy
Meet Bionic Rita, the first female director at OCS Group. For IWD this year we are revisiting stories of trailblazing women from across OCS's vast history to celebrate our 125th anniversary.
OCS Team
07 Mar, 2025
Sarah Williams Joins OCS as Chief People Officer for the UK & Ireland
We are delighted to welcome Sarah Williams to OCS as Chief People Officer for the UK & Ireland. Sarah shares the vision of a culture where every colleague feels supported, connected and empowered to succeed.
OCS Team
03 Mar, 2025
Sharon Roper: Creating Career Opportunities with a Level 6 (Degree) Apprenticeship
Sharon Roper, 54, has been working at OCS since 2016. After receiving several promotions and overseeing operations for multi-million-pound contracts, her line manager encouraged her to pursue a degree through an apprenticeship programme.
OCS Team
17 Feb, 2025
TRUE Story: Jamil Al-Farahdi, Energy and Warmth in Abundance
Jamil Al-Farahdi, a Mobile Electrical Engineer on the OCS Facilities Management team, embodies the company’s TRUE Values through his warm and humble approach. With his expertise and dedication, he’s a great example of the exceptional people who make OCS what it is today.
OCS Team
03 Feb, 2025