Values & Culture
At OCU, our values are at the heart of everything we do. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and drive our commitment to excellence.
We are One Company United
Collaborating as one team, valuing diverse perspectives to deliver positives results.
At OCU we are ‘One Company United’ and our team's individual and collective efforts help to ensure we keep an ‘Outstanding Culture Upheld’.
We care about safety
Prioritising safety in every task to ensure a safe work environment for everyone.
We strive to be better every day
Continually improving, embracing challenges for professional growth and excellence
We deliver to grow
Aiming for excellence in every project, driving our and our clients' success.
We lead with integrity
Doing the right thing in all actions, upholding our ethical standards.
We make a positive impact
Acting to benefit communities and committed to environmental improvements.
Aim | Vision | Commitment
Our Aim
Our aim is to be the UK’s leading energy transition, utilities and digital infrastructure contractor.
Our Vision
OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements.
Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.
Our Commitment
To improve engineering and delivery standards for energy transition, utilities and digital infrastructure, with the best people and capabilities.
Great companies need great people, and we work hard to attract, develop and retain the best people in the markets we operate within. With that comes a set of capabilities that few companies can rival.
What our people say...
“I really appreciate the development opportunities that have come with OCU’s growth. There's always opportunities to learn, develop and progress!"
Andy Smith
Lead Trenchless Designer
“Witnessing the company’s rapid growth from 278 vehicles when I started, to over 2500 highlights OCU’s success and continuous expansion, making it an exciting place to work”
Graham Hallsworth
Fleet Manager
“The people, the camaraderie, teamwork and mutual respect make OCU a great place to work. Our work is valued by management and our clients and that makes all the difference”
Cristian Dragoi
Fibre Work Team Leader
"There’s a strong culture with teams pulling together to deliver the business goals as One Company United. I have been really supported in implementing changes to improve the company’s sustainability credentials."
Sophie Stephens
Head of Sustainability and Environmental
“I really appreciate the development opportunities that have come with OCU’s growth. There's always opportunities to learn, develop and progress!"
Andy Smith
Lead Trenchless Designer
“Witnessing the company’s rapid growth from 278 vehicles when I started, to over 2500 highlights OCU’s success and continuous expansion, making it an exciting place to work”
Graham Hallsworth
Fleet Manager
“The people, the camaraderie, teamwork and mutual respect make OCU a great place to work. Our work is valued by management and our clients and that makes all the difference”
Cristian Dragoi
Fibre Work Team Leader
"There’s a strong culture with teams pulling together to deliver the business goals as One Company United. I have been really supported in implementing changes to improve the company’s sustainability credentials."
Sophie Stephens
Head of Sustainability and Environmental
