hygiene manager.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Cleaning & Hygiene Contract Manager to join our team and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and food hygiene are maintained across the site.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a team of around 30 colleagues. You will oversee all cleaning activities, support your team, and ensure high standards are consistently achieved within a food production environment.

What you will be doing

You will ensure all machinery, equipment, and work areas are cleaned and maintained to strict food hygiene standards, supporting safe and efficient production in line with company and industry requirements.

• Lead and support a team of cleaning colleagues
• Demonstrate and monitor correct methods for dismantling, cleaning, and reassembling machinery
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across production areas
• Ensure the safe and correct use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Support the Operations Manager in delivering safe, compliant operations
• Report machinery issues, hygiene concerns, and safety risks
• Ensure all health, safety, and food hygiene procedures are followed



What we are looking for

• Experience cleaning machinery and production equipment, ideally in food manufacturing or preparation
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and sanitation standards
• Experience supervising or leading a team
• Knowledge of safe chemical use and cleaning procedures
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A strong focus on quality and standards