Hygiene Operative - Nights

Dfds A/S; Grimsby; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Job summary

DFDS is seeking a Hygiene Operative to maintain cleanliness across the warehouse and site. You will work Monday to Friday, 22:00–06:00, ensuring cleaning schedules are followed and food safety standards are met. The role includes deep-cleaning and inspections to uphold BRC requirements.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a chilled environment (0–5°C). Training is provided, with opportunities to join a diverse, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or hygiene is preferred but training can be provided.
• Strong health and safety awareness is essential.
• Willingness to work in a chilled warehouse environment (0–5°C) and follow hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning schedules, hygiene procedures and company policies at all times.
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment in line with COSHH guidelines.
• Carry out deep-cleaning to maintain site hygiene and BRC standards.
• Conduct pre- and post-cleaning inspections to ensure standards.
• Manage waste and recycling areas and keep them compliant.
• Maintain hygiene in warehouse, loading and external areas.
• Record completed tasks and manage workload to meet cleaning objectives.

Skills

Reliability

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning chemicals

COSHH guidelines

Job description

Do you take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene? Are you self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable working independently in a warehouse environment? If so, you could be the newest addition to our team as a Hygiene Operative.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.

About the role

Working Monday to Friday, 22:00–06:00, you'll play a vital role in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards across the warehouse and site. You'll be responsible for ensuring cleaning schedules are completed, food safety standards are maintained, and the facility remains compliant with company and BRC requirements.

You will be responsible for:

• Following cleaning schedules, hygiene procedures, and company policies at all times
• Safely using cleaning chemicals and equipment in line with COSHH guidelines
• Carrying out deep-cleaning activities to maintain site hygiene and BRC standards
• Conducting pre- and post-cleaning inspections to ensure standards are achieved
• Managing waste and recycling areas, ensuring they remain clean and compliant
• Maintaining hygiene standards in warehouse, loading, and external operational areas
• Recording completed tasks and managing your workload to ensure all cleaning objectives are achieved

About you

Previous cleaning or hygiene experience is preferred but not essential, as full training can be provided. You'll have a good understanding of health and safety practices and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.

You'll thrive in this role if you're reliable, punctual, and able to manage your own workload effectively. You'll be confident working independently, using a variety of cleaning equipment and maintaining a structured approach throughout your shift. Strong attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work as part of a wider team are essential.

This role involves working within a chilled warehouse environment maintained between 0–5°C, as well as supporting hygiene standards across external loading and waste management areas. A flexible approach and willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities will help you succeed.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
• Full employee assistance programme including:
• Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
• Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
• Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.
• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

We look forward to hearing from you.

This recruitment process is managed by the DFDS Talent Acquisition team. We kindly ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us regarding this opportunity.