Cleaning Operative- Full Time

Fyffes; Balbriggan; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work Scheme

Company Pension

Company Events

On-site Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

Fyffes International SA is seeking a reliable Cleaning Operative to join our team in Ireland. You will perform general cleaning across offices, production and warehouse areas, maintaining high hygiene standards.

The role is full-time and on-site, with a 37.5-hour week and a pay rate of €15.36 per hour. You will work independently or as part of a team and contribute to a clean, safe workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial cleaning environment or similar (1year required).

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties across the site.
• Clean and sanitise offices, desks, floors and surfaces.
• Maintain canteen and kitchen areas, including tables and floors.
• Clean and replenish toilets and washrooms to high standards.
• Deep clean production and warehouse facilities as scheduled.
• Follow all work instructions and SOPs.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Collaborate with teams to meet operational targets.
• Maintain good housekeeping and clean-as-you-go policy.
• Report hazards, faults, accidents and near misses.

Skills

Team player

Initiative

Prioritisation

Safety awareness

Detail-oriented

Job description

Fyffes International SA is seeking a reliable and motivated Cleaning Operative to join our team. The role will involve general cleaning duties across the site, including offices, canteen areas, production areas, warehouse facilities and other communal spaces, ensuring all areas are kept clean, tidy and maintained to a high standard.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, can manage their time and priorities effectively, and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Hours of work: 37.5h per week (5 days per week over 7 days)

Salary: €15.36 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work location: In person

Key Responsibilities

As a Cleaning Operative, your duties will include:

• Carrying out general cleaning duties across the site
• Cleaning and sanitising offices, desks, floors, surfaces and other workplace areas to the required standard.
• Cleaning and maintaining canteen and kitchen areas, including tables, floors, surfaces and other facilities.
• Cleaning and replenishing toilet and washroom facilities, ensuring they are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Deep cleaning production and warehouse facilities to the required standard.
• Cleaning floors, surfaces, ripening rooms and other production areas at scheduled intervals.
• Following all relevant work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Completing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Working collaboratively with other teams and departments to meet operational requirements and targets.
• Maintaining good housekeeping and following the company’s clean-as-you-go policy.
• Reporting hazards, equipment faults, accidents and near misses to management.
• Using equipment, machinery, substances and safety devices correctly and in accordance with the training provided.
• Complying with company health and safety, fire safety and food hygiene requirements.
• Following applicable warehouse and cleaning procedures, including organic cleaning instructions and methods.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Be flexible and willing to provide support in other areas when required.
• Be able to use their own initiative and make appropriate decisions.
• Have the ability to prioritise tasks and manage difficult situations.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and food hygiene.
• Be dependable, organised and attentive to detail.

Benefits

• Bike to work Scheme
• Company Pension
• Company Events
• On-site Parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program

Experience

• Previous experience in industrial cleaning environment or similar (1year required)

Work Authorisation

• Ireland (Full time required)