At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure top-notch hygiene standards in a busy distribution centre.
- Company: Join a national Facilities Management company with a strong focus on service excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a chance to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in hygiene management while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Facilities Management and team leadership is essential.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 36000 £ per year.
Location: South Northampton NN4 Postcode
Salary: Circa £36,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 40 Hours per Week | 5 days out of 7 | Monday-Friday | Flexibility for weekend work, where necessary
Job Purpose
Our client, a national Facilities Management company, is recruiting for a Hygiene Manager to oversee operations within a high-profile, 24/7 retail distribution centre. The role is responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring consistently high service standards, and delivering continuous improvement across cleaning and hygiene services. Acting as the key point of contact for all cleaning-related matters on site, the Hygiene Manager will lead, engage, and develop a team of approximately 30 colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate company values and lead by example at all times
- Act as the primary interface between the client and service providers on a day-to-day basis
- Manage and develop a team, ensuring high levels of engagement, performance, and compliance
- Monitor and report on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), both internally and externally
- Oversee financial performance, ensuring services are delivered within agreed budgets
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency
- Ensure all cleaning operations meet required standards, policies, and client expectations
- Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication
Experience Requirements
- Proven Facilities Management experience across Soft Services, ideally within a fast-paced distribution or retail environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience managing and developing teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel
- Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH
- Demonstrable background in Hygiene/Cleaning Management
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to early start requirements
Compliance & Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation
- Maintain strict confidentiality, only disclosing information to authorised personnel where appropriate
- Adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act
- Comply with company policies, including Equal Opportunities
To apply, please submit your CV in strict confidence to Andrew Bridges at PDA Search & Selection Limited.
Contact Details:
PDA Search & Selection Recruitment Team
