Hygiene Operative

Stonegate Farmers Ltd; Lacock; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Regular shifts and weekly pay

Ongoing training and development

Free eggs every week

Staff transport from select locations

On-site parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Stonegate Farmers Ltd is recruiting a Hygiene Operative to maintain high standards of cleanliness across our Lacock site in Wiltshire. The role covers facilities cleaning and, when needed, hygiene support in factory/production areas, with GMP and COSHH compliance.

Working hours are 06.00am–18.00pm on a 4on4off rota. A good command of English and a safety‑driven mindset are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in hygiene, cleaning or facilities cleaning.
• Good eye for detail and high cleanliness standards.
• Methodical and able to prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning of facilities and communal areas.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitisation of factory and production areas when required.
• Clean production machinery following procedures and training.
• Follow GMP, COSHH, and food safety procedures.
• Use appropriate PPE and ensure equipment is well maintained.
• Report health, safety or food safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Hygiene experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

English proficiency

Safety conscious

Willing to work in production

Job description

Role: Hygiene Operative

Salary: £13.06

Location: Lacock, Wiltshire

Working Hours: 06.00am - 18.00pm, 4on4off

About Stonegate Farmers Ltd

Stonegate Farmers Ltd is an integrated free range and organic egg business organised across three divisions comprising farming and agriculture, egg packing and cooked egg processing. Established in 1926 and under new ownership since 2016, we have grown into one the largest free-range and organic egg producers within the UK.

This role will predominantly focus on facilities cleaning, helping to maintain high standards of cleanliness across our site, including communal and welfare areas. However, you will also be required to support hygiene activities within the factory and production areas when needed, including the cleaning and sanitisation of machinery and equipment.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out daily cleaning of facilities, communal areas and other designated areas across the site
• Maintaining consistently high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Supporting with the cleaning and sanitisation of factory and production areas when required
• Cleaning production machinery and equipment in line with relevant procedures and training
• Ensuring high standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) are maintained
• Following COSHH regulations and ensuring the safe handling, storage and use of cleaning chemicals at all times
• Following all company hygiene, cleaning and food safety procedures
• Using the correct PPE for each task and ensuring equipment is maintained in good condition
• Following safe manual handling procedures
• Reporting any health & safety, hygiene or food safety concerns promptly
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the site to maintain a clean and safe working environment

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience within a hygiene, cleaning or facilities cleaning role
• Has a good eye for detail and takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Is methodical, organised and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Can work well under pressure
• Has a good level of spoken and written English
• Is safety conscious and understands the importance of following procedures
• Is willing to support within a food production/factory environment when required
• Can demonstrate our company values: Respect, Aspire, Courage, One Team and Diversity

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Regular shifts and weekly pay
• Ongoing training and development
• Free eggs every week
• Subsidised staff transport from select locations
• On-site parking and cycle-to-work scheme
• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome