Hygiene Operative (Nights)

Proman; Burnley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role potential

Full training provided

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Proman is recruiting on behalf of a client in Burnley for a Hygiene Operative on nights. The role focuses on deep cleaning of production machinery, dismantling for cleaning, and maintaining high hygiene standards across the site.

The position offers a pay rate of £13.78–£14.18 per hour via agency, with 40 hours per week and potential to secure a permanent role. Full training provided; candidates must be reliable, physically fit, and able to work at height.

Qualifications

• Good written and spoken English is essential.
• Physically capable of demanding manual work.
• Comfortable working at height and in a production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Deep clean production machinery and equipment.
• Dismantle machines for cleaning and reassemble correctly.
• Clean large walk-in ovens and related areas.
• Clean walls, floors, ceilings, ducting, pipework and elevated areas.
• Work at height using suitable access equipment.
• Follow COSHH, Hygiene, Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards across the site.
• Support continuous improvement of hygiene standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Physically fit

Able to work at height

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Job description

Hygiene Operative (Nights)

Location:BurnleyPay Rate: £13.78 per hour (increasing to £14.18 per hour after AWR) Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern

• Sunday: 9:00pm to 5:30am
• Monday to Thursday: 9:30pm to 6:00am

The Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Hygiene Operative to join their night shift hygiene team. This position is initially offered through the agency with a view to securing a permanent role for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will play a key role in maintaining exceptional hygiene standards across the production facility, ensuring equipment and working areas are cleaned thoroughly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Deep cleaning of production machinery and equipment
• Dismantling machines for cleaning and reassembling them correctly
• Cleaning large walk-in rotating ovens
• Cleaning walls, floors, ceilings, ducting, pipework, and elevated areas
• Working at height using suitable access equipment
• Following COSHH, Hygiene, Food Safety, and Health & Safety procedures
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the site
• Supporting continuous improvement of hygiene standards

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Good written and spoken English
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out demanding manual work
• Comfortable working at height
• Strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of hygiene and safe working practices
• Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Desirable

• Previous industrial cleaning or hygiene experience within a manufacturing or food production environment
• Knowledge of COSHH and Health & Safety procedures
• IPAF Licence or willingness to undertake IPAF training

Training

Full training will be provided through a structured buddying programme with experienced Hygiene Operatives, giving successful candidates the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required to perform the role safely and effectively.

Pay & Benefits

• £13.78 per hour through the agency
• Increase to £14.18 per hour after AWR
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position with the client
• Upon permanent employment:
  • 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Long-term career opportunities

Recruitment Process

The client wishes to interview shortlisted candidates before placement to ensure the best possible fit for both the individual and the business.