As we move through the seasons of autumn and winter the frequency of storms becomes ever growing bringing days of rain, strong winds and flooding.  Storm Darragh the most recent storm was the fourth named storm of the 2024 /2024 season after Ashley, Bert and Conall.

   

Storms are named by the UK Met Office, Ireland’s Met Éireann or the Netherlands’ KNMI when they are forecast to cause ‘medium’ or ‘high’ impacts. The list of storm names is announced on 1 September each year and runs in alphabetical order and later on could possibly reach as far as Izzy, Rafi and Tilly.

It was against this background that Jason Allen, Industrial Services Director at DGS Service Solutions received a call from Suffolk Community Centre, Belfast looking for localised flooding support for the community centre after a recent storm.

The new Industrial and Window Cleaning Division within DGS moved quickly to respond as this clearly was a ‘crisis’ call needing immediate support.

Jason Allen, Industrial Services Director at DGS Service Solutions commented: “At DGS Service Solutions we took the call and realised immediately that an urgent deep clean was the order of the day after the flooding has made its way into the community centre. This project was dealt with swiftly and efficiently to ensure the Community centre could carry on with its impressive range of community based projects. We were delighted to assist and trust that this was an isolated incident for the centre but they were delighted that we were able to get them back up and running so quickly.”

DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices,  factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.

 

Having made our mark over the past ten years in the FM Support Services Sector, DGS Service Solutions is no stranger to ‘winning line ups’ providing exceptional support across the key company divisions of Security, Cleaning, Outdoor, Window Cleaning and Industrial Services.

So it’s no surprise that we have chosen to sponsor Queen’s University Ladies Rugby 1st XV full back Alex ‘Ally’ McIlwaine for the 2024 /2025 season through the individual player sponsorship programme. As a keen promoter of sport in the local community, we at DGS Service Solutions are looking forward to seeing how the team along with Head Coach Ollie Millar compete this season in the Women’s Premiership and Junior Cup.

At DGS Service Solutions they we always go the extra mile for clients… ‘the hard yards’ to use a rugby phrase….  and our success in growing the business over the past 10 years in Northern Ireland and Scotland is testimony to the benefits  as we converted ‘ many new business opportunities through our winning pack.

Nuala McNally, Sales & Marketing Director at DGS Service Solutions commented: “At DGS Service Solutions we are wishing Queens University Ladies Rugby 1st XV  every success this season. Success in business and sport have many common foundations… hard work, teamwork, training and continually striving to improve. We are always keen to promote sport in the local community and the sponsorship of  ‘Ally’ at Queen’s University Ladies Rugby is something that we are very proud of and delighted  to support and wish the team all the success over the rest of the season.”

Images courtesy of Front Row Union www.thefrontrowunion.com

DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Over 240 appearances for Bangor, Crusaders, Harland & Wolff Welders, Linfield, Ballymena United and Oldham Athletic  means that Jason Allen, our Industrial Division Director was not a bad player back in ‘ the day’ as he showed off his talent on the football pitches in Northern Ireland and beyond.  However goals were not the currency that Jason’s talents were best judged or appreciated … a grand total of eight in his career for this tidy no nonsense defender but regrettably not a ‘hat trick’ to be had!

However here at DGS Service Solutions we are not interested in that as Jason has now resurrected his ‘scoring boots‘ as the Industrial Division has recently secured their third contract win…this time a win for another Retail Unit in a local shopping centre which comes hot on the heels of further recent wins for Lisburn & Castlereagh Council and  yet another retail unit in a shopping centre…. at last a Hat Trick for Jason !

The Industrial Division at DGS Service Solutions represents an exciting expansion of our capabilities and a strategic move towards addressing emerging market needs. We are delighted and extremely excited to announce the establishment of our new Industrial and window cleaning division within DGS. With a focus on window cleaning, gutter cleaning high level, power washing and industrial deep cleans we are poised to lead the way in the facilities management industry.

Led by Jason Allen our newly appointed Industrial Services Director with a team of talented individuals who will collaborate tirelessly to innovate, create, and deliver exceptional results. Together, we aim to redefine standards, foster growth, and make a lasting impact in our industry.

Jason brings a wealth of experience in Industrial and window cleaning with over 25 years’ experience, who will undoubtedly enrich our team dynamics and contribute to our collective success. With his passion for this division we are confident that he will make valuable contributions to our projects and initiatives.

David Huxley , Director at DGS Service Solutions, commented: “We are always delighted to win new business and are particularly pleased with this win as it marks an impressive ‘hat trick’ of wins for the Industrial Services Division  …all within the first full season of our latest signing, Jason.

I believe this clearly demonstrates our commitment to deliver something that our competitors  clearly cannot deliver within the Industrial Services Support Sector and we look forward to securing more new wins as 2024 winds to a close and 2025 fast approaches .. our tailor made approach to clients is to use another football analogy now finding the ‘back of the net‘ and long may it continue.

If you need some professional Industrial Services Support, contact Nuala McNally on 028 9442 9717 or by email on nuala@dgsservicesolutions.com

DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.

 

Attitude and passion are key ingredients for working at DGS Service Solutions. We’re always looking for talented people who care as much about  exceptional customer service as we do.  Our standards are exceptionally high and experience in the FM Sector is preferable but not essential and in return we’ll look after you too – offering excellent training opportunities, attractive terms and conditions and a long and rewarding career.
We want the best people for the job – those who are excited about creating and delivering exceptional customer service as standard.
The operation runs 7 days a week and therefore it is a core requirement to be able to work flexibly including working weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.
The contract wins continue at DGS Service Solutions with the successful tender of a contract to provide office cleaning and security support services for the Printworks, a luxury Office Development building in Belfast.  The luxury 6,000 square metre office development across six floors is  located on Queen Street is in the heart of Belfast City Centre, a short walk from City Hall and the main shopping and restaurant areas and is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious new office builds in recent years in Belfast.
Comprising a large block fronting Queen Street, College Street and College Court, The Printworks has been  sympathetically restored, and will connect with a new build element, providing seamless floorplates that wrap around a central atrium and cobbled courtyard. Two brand new floors are being added with glazed walls, providing spectacular views of the city and the hills beyond. The upper floors are suitable for office, or other uses subject to planning while the ground floor units would suit retailers, cafes, restaurants, or offices.
Gareth Lester,  Operations Director at DGS Service Solutions commented: “This contract marks another win for DGS Service Solutions and is recognition of the hard work and quality combined facilities services that have been delivered by DGS Service Solutions in Northern Ireland in the office accommodation sector in Belfast. The acquisition of the contract marks an important addition to our growing portfolio and shows how committed we are to grow the business within the office development sector for both cleaning and security services.”
For further information contact DGS Service Solutions on 028 9531 3069 or by email to nuala@dgsservicesolutioins.com
DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.
More good news at DGS Service Solutions as they have secured the Cleaning and Maintenance contacts for Lisburn & Castlereagh Councils Playparks across 20 sites.

This new business win reinforces that councils throughout Northern Ireland recognise DGS Service Solutions delivers exceptional levels of services, and this addition to an already very impressive client list is further evidence that DGS Service Solutions continues to be a progressive company meeting the meets of clients throughout the public and private sectors.

Jason Allen, Industrial Services Director of DGS Services Solutions commented: “We are delighted to win this prestigious contract which highlights the dedication and commitment of the entire team at DGS Service Solutions.  We will ensure to live up to our promise of “Service Solutions for You” and will exceed customer care expectations at every level.  We welcome the opportunity to demonstrate our Industrial Cleaning services for another council, which gives recognition to the hard work and success of our progressive, forward thinking company.

From power washing to grass cutting to landscape maintenance, chewing gum removal to car park cleaning we help you ensure your business or retail premises look the best they can be. So, when you need professional support for Grounds Maintenance, we have it covered.”

For more information contact Nuala McNally on 028 9531 3069 or by email on nuala@dgsservicesolutions.com

DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.

It was back to school  when the school term began last month and time to ‘hit the books’ for DGS Service Solutions as they secured a win for providing cleaning  services to Ballymena Academy, a prestigious Grammar School that provides over 1500 pupils with a friendly, caring and competitive learning environment across its 88 acre site.
The school has earned many accolades for high quality learning and teaching experiences since its inception with a hardworking, dedicated and professional staff who place great value upon high quality pastoral support.  The school has impressive state of the art facilities and specialist buildings to deliver the best possible teaching experience.

Nuala McNally, Sales & Marketing Director, DGS Service Solutions commented: “Everyone at DGS Service Solutions are thrilled to have been awarded the contract for Ballymena Academy and extend our service provision further in the Education sector.  I see this as a unique opportunity to work in partnership with a high profile and well established school. As a business we fully appreciate the times of austerity for which all educational budget holders are currently working within and I believe our solution to deliver a cost effective, quality cleaning service will ensure teachers can focus on their core teaching responsibilities. We, headed up by Gareth Lester from the Operations team at DGS Service Solutions promise to give our best efforts  to ‘pass with flying colours’ on our  inspections and stay ‘top of the class!”

For more information contact Nuala McNally  on 028 9442 9717 or by email on nuala@dgsservicesolutions.com

DGS Service Solutions provide a range of outsourced Security, Cleaning and FM Solutions to a range of customers including shopping centres, offices, factories, and retail outlets across Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Today we are celebrating our tenth birthday! An amazing decade filled with fantastic memories, dedication and commitment from our brilliant staff which have all contributed to making DGS one of the most successful privately owned FM companies in NI.

 

“The last ten years have passed so quickly and have had their ups and downs, but by far mostly all ups.
I would like to thank all the staff who have made us the successful and respected company that we are today and to our brilliant loyal clients for all the support they have given to me personally and the company in general.
I look forward to the next ten years with the best head office team any MD could ask for. Delivering great service (DGS)”

David Huxley MD/Owner DGS

A very big thank you to our staff who were very busy this weekend!
A new contract start, deep cleans and road sweeps all happening over the country to ensure our clients premises are always looking their best!
We appreciate the hard work and effort that our staff do to make all this happen Pictures speak a thousand words and these pictures show how hard working and dedicated our staff are with results like these!
THANK YOU!
It would seem the good weather isn’t the only thing that has put us in a good mood lately
We are delighted to announce we have been awarded the tender for the provision of security and ancillary services to NI Water!!
Great effort by all the team to win such a great contract