About the Role
Join Our Dynamic Onsite Hygiene Team at IPL Sittingbourne! We are excited to recruit a Hygiene Operative to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across our fresh produce facilities at our Sittingbourne site. Schedule: 4 on 4 off – 19:00 to 07:00 nights. Location: IPL Sittingbourne – Site Based. Contract Type: Permanent.
We are looking for a dedicated Hygiene Operative to maintain a food-safe environment through meticulous cleaning procedures, chemical handling in line with COSHH regulations, and proactive reporting. You’ll play a key part in ensuring operational efficiency and compliance in a fast-paced production setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Executing all daily cleaning tasks as outlined in the washer area cleaning schedule.
* Thoroughly cleaning two grader lanes each evening to maintain operational standards.
* Ensuring the floor area and grids beneath washers are cleared of all potatoes and debris.
* Using cleaning chemicals in full compliance with COSHH regulations, and ensuring all substances and equipment are stored safely, hygienically, and in their designated cupboards.
* Completing all required documentation daily, and promptly reporting any issues or damage identified during cleaning to team leaders.
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
* Experience working in a factory or industrial environment.
* Previous hygiene or cleaning experience (preferred but not essential).
* A solid understanding of workplace Health and Safety policies.
* The ability to work efficiently and methodically under time constraints.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills.
* A positive attitude towards following instructions and operational procedures.
* Willingness to undertake any training required for the role.
* Food Safety Level 1 certification or equivalent (desirable).
* COSHH certification (desirable).
What’s in It for You? (Benefits)
* 15% Asda in-store discount
* Paid annual leave allowance – varies depending on shift pattern
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance – 4 x annual base salary
* Health and wellbeing support service (GP access 24/7, physiotherapy, mental health support)
* Grocery Aid support for employees and families
* Electric Vehicle Scheme
* Asda Mobile discount
* Discounted health assessments (Self-Pay BUPA rates)
* Asda Pet Insurance discount
* Mortgage advice and exclusive exchange rates via Asda Money
* Ride-to-work scheme
* Care Concierge resource
* Plus, lots more benefits depending on job band (e.g., private healthcare, car allowances, long-term incentive schemes)
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About Us
Our purpose here at IPL, Forza & Kober is simple: we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers. Our mission is to support Asda on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace. Through our people we live and breathe our values and we are committed to a fully inclusive business welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!
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