Effective from April 2025, Lee T Andrews and Jamie Bull have been promoted to the positions of Joint Managing Directors at DOC Cleaning, taking over the day-to-day operational leadership of the company.
Lee T and Jamie will be expanding their current remits to assume top-level responsibility for all operational, commercial, financial and strategic functions within DOC Cleaning. Their promotion reflects their exceptional leadership, dedication and extensive experience within the company, having each worked at DOC for more than 20 years. Their progressive assumption of these roles over the years has allowed for a well-planned and effortless transition.
A Legacy of Growth and Family Values
Founded in 1972 by the late Bob Andrews and his dear friend Dave O’Connor, our company began as a small family business. Over the last 50 years, DOC Cleaning has grown into a trusted name in the cleaning and hygiene sector, employing over 1,500 staff and generating an annual turnover exceeding £40 million.
The business has remained a family legacy thanks to Bob’s sons, Danny Andrews and Lee Andrews, who dedicated their careers to preserving and expanding their father’s vision, guiding DOC Cleaning to where it stands today. Now, as the company moves into its next chapter, the torch passes to Lee’s son, Lee T Andrews, and Jamie Bull, a lifelong friend of the Andrews family, to steer DOC Cleaning into a bright and innovative future.
Their appointment represents the next step in a well-planned transition. Having been part of the senior team for many years, Lee and Jamie hold a clear understanding of the business, strong working relationships across the company, and a shared focus on sustainable growth and operational excellence.
A Strong and Collaborative Leadership Structure
This transition comes as Lee Andrews and Danny Andrews, who have served as CEO and Managing Director respectively, step into new roles as Joint Chairmen. While they will adopt a more hands-off approach in daily operations, their wealth of experience and industry knowledge will remain an invaluable asset to the company. As Joint Chairmen, Lee and Danny will provide guidance, corporate governance and strategic oversight, ensuring that DOC Cleaning remains a leader in the commercial cleaning industry.
As Joint Managing Directors, Lee T Andrews and Jamie Bull will share overall responsibility for the company’s performance and direction. Lee will lead on all commercial and operational functions, with a focus on service delivery, client experience and business growth, while Jamie will take the lead on finance, compliance, IT, contract support and people services, ensuring strong governance and a solid foundation for sustainable success.
“I am very proud and honoured to assume this responsibility and carry forward the success of this great company,” Jamie shared. He continued, “I’m excited about the opportunities ahead as we continue embracing technology to enhance our service provision and further optimise our processes. DOC Cleaning has always had a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, something Lee and I strive to maintain long into the future.”
Strengthening the Business for the Future
To support this transition, we are investing heavily in new technological solutions to enhance our control processes, improve efficiency and deliver added value to our employees, longstanding clients and trusted supply network.
A number of initiatives are already underway, including innovations designed to create a more connected and responsive operating model – one that is as people-focused as it is performance-driven. These advancements will ensure seamless service delivery, greater transparency and improved collaboration across all stakeholders.
These internal changes come at an exciting time for the business, coinciding with the launch of our new window cleaning division. We recently announced the decision to bring our window cleaning expertise in-house, allowing us to offer greater flexibility, improve coordination on-site and create more development opportunities for our people. This move reflects our wider vision and growth objectives, growing thoughtfully with our people and our commitment to quality at the heart of everything we do.
We want to reassure our longstanding clients and partners that while operational leadership is transitioning to the next generation, the core values and relationships that define DOC Cleaning remain unchanged. Lee Andrews and Danny Andrews will continue to play an active role as Joint Chairmen, remaining closely connected to the business to ensure continuity in leadership and the same high standards of service that our clients have come to expect.
Looking Ahead
“I’m extremely proud of the journey that has led me to where I am today, standing alongside my long-time friend Jamie Bull as Joint Managing Directors of DOC Cleaning,” stated Lee.
“It’s amazing to think back to when we were 13-year-olds at school together and reflect on the path we’ve taken to reach this point, continuing the legacy my Grandad began in 1972. Watching my Dad and Uncle grow the business with such dedication and passion has been a huge influence on me, and I’m incredibly grateful to carry that legacy forward.
Running this company is about so much more than the work. It’s about family, values, friendships, and a commitment to quality that’s been passed down through the generations. I’m proud to continue building on those foundations, with the same culture and innovative mindset that drives our success, backed by a strong team and a collective DOC Family of 1,400 members.”
This evolution in leadership represents a new era for DOC Cleaning, one that builds upon our strong foundation while preparing for the future. Under the joint leadership of Lee T Andrews and Jamie Bull, DOC Cleaning will continue to thrive, delivering high-quality services and maintaining the values that have defined our company for decades.
We thank Lee Andrews and Danny Andrews for their outstanding contributions to the business over the years and look forward to their continued guidance in their new roles as Joint Chairmen.
Please join us in congratulating Lee T Andrews and Jamie Bull on their well-deserved promotions and in supporting them as they lead DOC Cleaning into this exciting new chapter.