Gardener/H62/IB
Location: Ypres Region
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Hours: Full Time
About us:
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) was established in 1917 to commemorate the 1.7 million Commonwealth casualties who died in World War I and II after fighting bravely. CWGC is responsible for maintaining war graves and monuments at more than 23,000 sites in 153 countries around the world.
Everything we do is based on our CARE values (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence) with due consideration for each individual.
Your duties:
You will perform a variety of horticultural maintenance tasks. This includes grass cutting, edging, weeding, pruning, planting flowers, etc....;
You will be responsible for the safe use and maintenance of all work equipment and to established standards;
You take note of possible damage to the cemeteries and report this to your supervisor;
The range of tasks varies according to the season.
Your Profile:
You have green fingers and are interested in horticulture, nature and the environment;
Prior knowledge or experience is a plus but not a must, you can perfectly learn everything at the Commission, motivation is much more important;
You can identify perfectly with our values CARE (Commitment-Ambition-Respect-Excellence);
You take responsibility for your own health and safety;
You are flexible, punctual and practical;
Our Offer:
A decent salary package, topped up with extralegal benefits such as meal vouchers and intervention in hospitalisation insurance, etc...;
A very interesting leave regime;
A day shift job, more hours in summer than in winter, you will work on average between 8h and 17h;
Many career opportunities and support through various training courses;
The chance to participate into maintaining unique cultural heritage.
How to Apply:
Simply apply by sending us your CV and cover letter via our Career Portal, you can create a profile to keep up to date with future vacancies, as they arise.
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.