Facilities & Hygiene Manager - Immediate Start (Penzance Area)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Facilities & Hygiene Manager to join a busy production environment in the Penzance area. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, hands-on manager with strong leadership skills and a focus on maintaining high hygiene and safety standards.

Job Details:

• Managing site services and hygiene operations to support business needs
• Leading and supervising a team of hygiene operatives
• Ensuring all cleaning processes meet strict quality, safety, and legal standards
• Coordinating cleaning schedules in line with production requirements
• Liaising with production, maintenance, and quality teams
• Monitoring hygiene performance, audits, and KPIs
• Managing contractors and ensuring compliance with site procedures
• Driving continuous improvement across hygiene and site standards

Pay Rate:

• Circa £35,000 per year (depending on experience)

Shift Pattern:

• Night shifts: 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
• 5 days per week (flexibility required)

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing Health & Safety systems and ensuring compliance with current legislation
• Managing staffing levels, training, and performance of hygiene teams
• Conducting audits, inspections, and implementing improvements
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting on hygiene performance
• Ensuring correct use of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Supporting site-wide hygiene standards and food safety requirements

Benefits of the Role:

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing, stable position with long-term prospects
• Opportunity to lead and develop a team
• Varied and fast-paced working environment

Requirements:

• Strong management and leadership experience (essential)
• Background in cleaning, hygiene, or facilities management
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety practices (highly desirable)
• Ability to work night shifts and adapt to business needs
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive and hands-on approach

If you are an experienced manager looking for your next challenge in a dynamic environment, apply now to secure your opportunity!

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