Night Shift Hygiene Operative

A leading employee-owned food production business in Alness is seeking a reliable, hardworking Hygiene Operative to join their dedicated night shift team.

This role plays a vital part in ensuring the site is thoroughly cleaned and ready for production each morning. If you have a keen eye for detail, a methodical approach and the stamina for physical work, we would love to hear from you.

Pay and benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate: £13.45per hour + £3 per hour night shift allowance


• Enhanced Overtime Pay: £20.18 per hour + £3 per hour night shift allowance for hours worked above 37.52 per week, £26.90 + £3 per hour night shift allowance for hours worked above 37.52 on Sundays


• Holiday Entitlement: Enhanced leave after 12 weeks in post


• Longer Shifts, Fewer Days: 10-hour shifts (8pm to 6am, 37.52 hours paid) mean fewer commutes and more consolidated working hours


• Optional Weekend Overtime: Flexibility to boost your earnings with overtime available depending on production requirements


• Job Stability: Steady hours, initially on an agency contract, with the opportunity to transfer to permanent employment providing standards are met

You will be responsible for:

• Deep cleaning machinery and production areas using chemicals, hoses and other equipment


• Dismantling equipment safely


• Following documented hygiene procedures and schedules


• Maintaining accurate documentation and records


• Physical activity throughout the shift including manual handling and working on your feet


• Following strict health & safety protocols, including escalation of any issues

What we are looking for:

• Recent experience in a manual role or industrial cleaning/hygiene environment


• Experience of working on a night shift pattern


• Willingness to learn - full training provided on chemicals, equipment and procedures


• A strong work ethic and reliability


• Commitment to maintaining high standards


• Flexibility for overtime in line with production needs