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Hygiene Operative Nights

DFDS UK & Ireland


Job Location:

Grimsby - UK

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 October 2026 (7 days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Are you self-motivated reliable and comfortable working independently in a warehouse environment If so you could be the newest addition to our team as a Hygiene Operative.

Be part of the movement - and play your part.

About the role

Working Monday to Friday 22:0006:00 youll play a vital role in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness standards across the warehouse and site. Youll be responsible for ensuring cleaning schedules are completed food safety standards are maintained and the facility remains compliant with company and BRC requirements.

You will be responsible for:

  • Following cleaning schedules hygiene procedures and company policies at all times

  • Safely using cleaning chemicals and equipment in line with COSHH guidelines

  • Carrying out deep-cleaning activities to maintain site hygiene and BRC standards

  • Conducting pre- and post-cleaning inspections to ensure standards are achieved

  • Managing waste and recycling areas ensuring they remain clean and compliant

  • Maintaining hygiene standards in warehouse loading and external operational areas

  • Recording completed tasks and managing your workload to ensure all cleaning objectives are achieved

About you

Previous cleaning or hygiene experience is preferred but not essential as full training can be provided. Youll have a good understanding of health and safety practices and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Youll thrive in this role if youre reliable punctual and able to manage your own workload effectively. Youll be confident working independently using a variety of cleaning equipment and maintaining a structured approach throughout your shift. Strong attention to detail a proactive attitude and the ability to work as part of a wider team are essential.

This role involves working within a chilled warehouse environment maintained between 05C as well as supporting hygiene standards across external loading and waste management areas. A flexible approach and willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities will help you succeed.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Now about what we can give you. Youll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

  • Life assurance cover

  • Contributory company pension scheme

  • Holiday Purchase Scheme

  • Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

  • Full employee assistance programme including:

  • Proactive financial emotional mental and physical health care support including face to face counselling fast 24/7 access to a GP a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.

  • Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers

  • Cashback on health care including dental optical physiotherapy prescriptions specialist consultations and much more.

  • Access to myStrength our Wellbeing platform which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.

  • Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

While youre with us we want you to develop. At DFDS we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role if needed.

Are we a match Then what are you waiting for Apply Now.

If you think your personality skills experience and desire match this role wed love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible as were keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.

This recruitment process is managed by the DFDS Talent Acquisition team. We kindly ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us regarding this opportunity.


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About DFDSWe operate a transport network in and around Europe with an annual revenue of DKK 30bn and 17000 full-time employees.We move goods in trailers by ferry road & rail and we offer complementary and related transport and logistics solutions.We also move car and foot passengers o ... View more

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