- Location: Edinburgh
- Job Type: H&S Hygiene
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience
- Date Posted: 15/09/2026
- Expiry Date: 31/10/2026
About the Company:
A well-established food manufacturer with a long-standing presence in the UK market is seeking a Hygiene Manager. The firm operates multiple production sites nationally and employs a large workforce, the business produces a range of well-known, much-loved food brands found in households across the country. They are looking to appoint an experienced Hygiene Manager to lead site-wide hygiene standards at their Edinburgh facility.
The Role:
This Hygiene Manager role is a leadership position responsible for overseeing site-wide hygiene standards and compliance, ensuring the facility consistently meets the highest cleanliness and food safety requirements.
You will play a key part in protecting the hygienic integrity of the plant, enabling the production of high-quality products every day. Through strong leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, you’ll help create a culture where hygiene excellence underpins everything the business does.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain cleaning schedules and supporting documentation
- Lead the Hygiene Team, providing guidance and support
- Collaborate closely with Operations and Plant Planning teams
- Oversee pest control activities across the site
- Champion a strong hygiene culture throughout the business
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and certification standards
- Manage employee hygiene training programmes
- Manage the hygiene budget
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For:
- Prior experience in a comparable hygiene management role, ideally within FMCG IOSH qualification (or currently working towards one)
- A proven track record of maintaining high hygiene standards
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Level 3 Food Safety qualification desirable
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously
- Flexibility to meet the needs of the business
How to Apply:
If this Hygiene Manager role sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now, get in touch or submit your CV. Don’t delay, this role will go quickly!