Job Title - Hygiene Manager (night shift) Location Hayes, London, UK Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Salary: £40k-£50k (negotiable) Shifts: Sun-Thur 21:00pm-06:00am Are you an experienced leader with a passion for hygiene and operational excellence in food manufacturing? Join this team, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and improving hygiene standards at our hi-care, chilled fresh produce depot, servicing top-tier retailers. About the Company: Our client is a well-established, family-owned business specialising in the production, packing, and marketing of exotic fruits and premium vegetables. With over 50 years of experience, company developed a unique infrastructure that supports a seamless supply chain from farm to shelf. They pride themselves on their strong partnerships with producers worldwide, delivering high-quality, high-volume fresh produce to UK Retail customers all year round. Why Joining? Take ownership of hygiene excellence in a fast-paced environment. Lead and inspire a dedicated hygiene team. Collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders. Access opportunities for professional growth and career development. Key Responsibilities As the Hygiene Manager, you will lead the hygiene function, ensuring all production and peripheral areas meet and exceed hygiene standards. You will manage day and night hygiene teams, driving efficiency and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities include long-term strategic planning, budget management, and fostering collaboration with other departments to achieve operational goals. Additionally, you will host customer audits, manage external contractors, and lead investigations to enhance microbiological performance. Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety standards while providing training and development for your team is central to your role. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience managing and motivating teams in a hygiene-focused manufacturing environment. Strong leadership and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation). Familiarity with COSHH, HACCP, and BRC standards. Experience conducting hygiene audits and using Cleaning Instruction Cards (CICs). Logical, problem-solving mindset, especially under pressure. Qualifications: Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field. Level 4 Food Safety for Manufacturing. Food Hygiene for Manufacturing Level 4 certification. Ready to lead hygiene excellence in a fast-moving environment? Apply now to make a lasting impact