Working at the CWGC

Horticultural Supervisor (M/F) - France AREA

Location: Based in Beaurains (62), France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Assists the Horticultural Director in the organization and supervision of maintenance work in the sector. Works in collaboration with other Horticultural Supervisors to ensure the efficient operation of horticultural work within France Area.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

If you think you’ve got what it takes to succeed in this role please send your CV and a covering letter explaining what you can bring to the role and why you believe you can fulfil the requirements of the job, as outlined in the job description to fa.careers@cwgc.org.

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Worker (M/F) – France Area (2 vacancies)

Location: Based at Beaurains (France), Daily travel within the cemeteries. – 2 vacancies

Contract type: Permanent contract / full time

About the role:

Carry out structural maintenance work under the supervision and control of the team leader in charge, in accordance with the Commission's standards on war graves, memorials and other related buildings and structures within France Area.

Full information is available in the job description.

English French

How to apply:

Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: fa.careers@cwgc.org

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Office Administrator - Germany

The post is responsible for processing, verifying, and reconciling monthly accounts, administration of HR Pay and Conditions of Service and all other purchase and administration duties needed to support our operations in the central region (Germany, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Czech) including Agency and Comms.  

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How to Apply
Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV with motivation letter to:
Wer sich bewerben will, schickt seinen Lebenslaub und Motivationsschreiben an:

csea.careers@cwgc.org

At the latest by:
Spätestens am:

12/5/23

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

Gardener

Location: Ramleh, Israel (must be willing to travel across all locations in Israel)
Function Area: Africa and Asia Area (AAA)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full-time, 41.5 hours per week
Salary: From 6,696 ILS gross per month, depending upon experience

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in a global business that puts people at the front and centre of everything we do? The Commonwealth War Graves Commission honours and cares for the service members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

We are incredibly excited to be hiring for Gardener to support our team in Israel.

About this Role and you

As a global organisation, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) operates in over 150 countries and territories, and honours and cares for the men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten. Funded by six Member Governments, our work began with building, and now maintaining, cemeteries at 23,000 locations all over the world.

Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told.

You will be able to demonstrate

• To be successful in this position you have to be an experienced gardener with the ability, after some formal training, to perform generally routine and manual tasks effectively. You should be able to demonstrates clear verbal communication skills and common courtesy when interacting with fellow colleagues and customers.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, share our values which are formed around the concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence) We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives 

What We Offer:

• 20 days annual leave
• Paid public holidays in accordance with local public holidays
• Pension contribution
• Training and Development

Job description Application Form

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter, CV and completed application form to aaa.careers@cwgc.org.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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MOBILE GARDENER – EAST REGION – Norwich MOBILE GROUP

Location: Mobile role. You must be within a reasonable commute of Norwich. You will be working between Cromer, Watton and Caister on Sea.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Salary: Up to £25,728 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Hours: Full Time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally

About this role and you:

As the global leader in commemoration with 12,000 sites in the UK, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten. We are excited to offer this opportunity for an experienced gardener and horticulturist to join our team maintaining the plots in our care in the East Norfolk area.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites; selecting plants naturally suited to their location, looking at viable watering options and enhancing the biodiversity of our estate. This job is not just mowing lawns. You will be involved in all aspects of horticulture; turf culture, border maintenance, tree care, weeding, pruning, mulching and care of ornamental features. You will also be encouraged to share your ideas of how we can continue to improve the care of our sites and the environment in which we work.

This is a mobile role with lots of travel. Most of the time you will be working alone. You will have use of a van, so it is essential you are able to park it overnight at your address or a secure parking area. The role is practical, hands-on and requires a decent level of physical fitness. There may be occasions to stay overnight and costs will be covered. 

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives. 

You will be able to demonstrate:

Keen gardener and horticulturist, with NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture and/or experience of horticultural techniques and plant identification 

• Understanding of Health & Safety
• Maintaining the highest horticultural standards
• Knowledge of sustainable garden practices
• Experience with a wide range of garden machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, punctual, good attention to detail and able to manage your own workload
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are, what we do 

In addition, we are looking for applicants who share our CARE Values of Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence.

What We Offer:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays & paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas.
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Send your CV and application form to recruitment@cwgc.org. See above for more details about the role and a downloadable copy of the application form.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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CHARGEHAND STONEMASON – ALLOA, SCOTLAND

Location: Mobile role. You must be within a reasonable commute of Alloa.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £36,766 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Hours: Full Time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally.

As the global leader in commemoration with over 12,000 sites in the UK, Ireland, Gibraltar, Scandinavia, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites and conserving our heritage estate; maintenance work and repairs are performed by our own in-house specialists. We are excited to offer this opportunity for an experienced Chargehand Stonemason to lead a small team carrying out structural maintenance of the war graves and memorials in our care, mostly across the central belt of Scotland, in the Alloa, Glasgow and Edinburgh areas, however the team you will be leading are responsible for the maintenance of all our site across Scotland and Northern England. There will also be opportunities to work with the wider works team across the whole of the United Kingdom and Northern Area.

Strong, fair and effective leadership is important in this role and there may be times where you must provide immediate solutions to problems, so the ability to analyse and resolve situations quickly is essential. As a natural leader you will be approachable, confident, and resilient, with the ability to positively influence at all levels and set standards of performance and behavior at work.

This is a mobile role with lots of travel. Most of the time you will be working alone or as part of a small team. You will have use of a van, so it is essential you are able to park it overnight at your address or a secure parking area. The role is practical, hands-on and requires a decent level of physical fitness. There will be occasions that you are expected to stay overnight (occasionally this could be up to 4 nights a week), and costs will be covered.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

You will be able to demonstrate

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent level qualification in Stonemasonry
• Good computer literacy using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• A reasonable knowledge of general building practices
• Current NAMM and BRAMM Licences
• Abrasive Wheels Certificate
• PASMA Mobile tower scaffolding Certificate
• Significant practical experience in Stonemasonry
• Good experience in the use of chisel and letter cutting
• High-quality handling and repairing of stone structures
• Strong leadership skills with ability to build and maintain positive and strong working relationships
• Team leadership and people management
• Dealing effectively with external contractors and suppliers

What We Offer:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days per year
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays & paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas.
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Send your CV, application form to recruitment@cwgc.org.

First interviews: Will be held on Microsoft Teams

Second interviews: Will be held in person at Alloa, Scotland

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Horticultural Technical Supervisor – Israel

Location: Ramleh, Israel

Function Area: Africa and Asia Area (AAA)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of Work: Full-time, 41.5 hours per week

Salary: From 10,347 to 14,648 gross per month depending upon experience

The successful candidate will: 

• Ensure the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's standards of maintenance are delivered consistently at cemeteries, scattered graves and memorials. Point of contact for horticultural needs and advice.
• Assisting the Country Manager and AAA Hort Manager with the improvement of performance, standards, and efficiency of horticultural operations, through local procurement, provision and analysis of management information and operational data, including regular PQMS reports.
• Deliver technical staff training to ensure operations are carried out in accordance with organizational policy and approved working practices.Gather and collate cemetery and horticultural management and performance data. lead on re-establishing Cem. Green Folders and updating horticultural layout plans.
• Assisting Hort. Manager and the Country Manager with implementation of conservation, sustainability, and biodiversity initiatives, and implementation of the chemical action plan to minimise reliance on chemicals.
• Assist Hort. Manager and the Country Manager with the development and implementation of an Area water usage and irrigation strategy.
• Managing the Irrigation systems and water use in all Israel sites.
• Assist with projects, and Form 'B' applications. Support H&S Advisor, and line management with delivery of AAA Health & Safety policy

Job Description Application Form

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter, CV and completed application form to aaa.careers@cwgc.org.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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STONEMASON - BROOKWOOD

Location: Mobile role. You must be within a reasonable commute of Brookwood Military Cemetery. You will be working across Greater London and the South East, primarily in the London and Surrey areas
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £32,561 per annum, depending on skills and experience
Hours: Full Time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally

As the global leader in commemoration with over 13,000 sites in the UK, Ireland, Gibraltar, Scandinavia, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites and conserving our heritage estate; maintenance work and repairs are performed by our own in-house specialists. We are excited to offer this opportunity for a stonemason to join our team carrying out structural maintenance of the war graves and memorials in our care mostly across London and Surrey. However, the team you will be working within are responsible for the maintenance of all our site across the South East and Greater London. There will also be opportunities to work with the wider works team across the whole of the United Kingdom and Northern Area.

This is a mobile role with lots of travel. Most of the time you will be working alone or as part of a small team. You will have use of a van, so it is essential you are able to park it overnight at your address or a secure parking area. The role is practical, hands-on and requires a decent level of physical fitness. There will be occasions that you are expected to stay overnight (this on occasions could be up to 4 nights a week), and costs will be covered.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent level or working towards qualification in Stonemasonry
• Experience of high-quality handling and repairing stone structures
• A reasonable knowledge of general building practices
• Significant practical experience in Stonemasonry or General Building practices
• Working independently as part of a small team
• Dealing with external contractors and suppliers
• Willingness to commit to continual professional development by undertaking training and development requirements in Stonemasonry Skills
• Understanding of Health & Safety
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are and what we do

What We Offer:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days per year
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays & paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas.
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Apply by sending us your CV and application form to recruitment@cwgc.org.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Apprentice Gardener

Location: Brookwood Military Cemetery
Contract Type: 24 Months Apprenticeship
Salary: £20,972 per annum
Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week

About The CWGC

The CWGC is a highly respected, prestigious, global Organisation that honours and cares for the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Funded by six Commonwealth Member Governments, we build and maintain memorials and cemeteries at 23,000 locations, in 150 countries, including some of the world’s most iconic, landmark monuments. Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told. We offer a unique and rewarding working environment.

About this Role and You

The Apprentice Gardener will assist in the care, maintenance and development of turf and horticultural features within cemeteries and memorial, under guidance from the Head Gardener.

Duties include turf culture, pruning, soil management, planting, pest control, machinery operation and maintenance, tree care, and the care of ornamental features

You will be able to demonstrate

• Undertakes practical horticultural maintenance, renovation work and caretaking duties. This includes turf care, edging, hedge cutting, weeding, pruning.
• Responsible for the safe operation, care, day to day maintenance of work equipment to a manufacturers guidance and reporting any issues to their Line Manager
• Familiar with and competent in undertaking several routine administrative duties, including the use of IT and smart phones
• Actively engages and work with other teams in the Region to deliver consistent standards across UKNA
• Acts as a representation of the Commission at all times, including at CWGC held events at the cemetery
• Providing advice and other information to Cemetery Visitors/members of the public, helping them locate war graves
• Undertakes any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the role
• Contributes to UKNA projects, tasks and working groups, as required
• Required to complete all training of the Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

Requirements and prospects
GCSE or equivalent Maths and English Level 4 desired

Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, the candidate is welcome to apply to open vacancies within the Organisation.

Things to consider
May be some travel within the UK.
A full UK driving licence required or provisional licence if currently learning

Training to be provided
Level 2 Horticulture apprenticeship standard
Functional skills if required

Recruitment Pack

How to Apply:

To apply directly to our chosen Apprenticeship Provider, please visit their website: Apprentice Gardener | Central YMCA

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Cemetery Manager, Bhowanipore and Ranchi, India

Location: Bhowanipore (must be willing to travel to Ranchi frequently) 
Function Area: Africa and Asia Area (AAA) 
Contract Type: Permanent 
Hours of work: Full-time, 44 hours per week

About this Role and You

As a global organisation, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) operates in over 150 countries and territories, and honours and cares for the men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten. Funded by six Member Governments, our work began with building, and now maintaining, cemeteries at 23,000 
locations all over the world.

Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and 
volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that 
the stories of those who died are told.

We are incredibly excited to be hiring for the Cemetery Manager role to support our team in India.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• A recognised technical qualification
• Relevant experience in a supervisory or management position

Everyone who works for us, or with us, share our values which are formed around the concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence) We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives

What We Can Offer You:

• 16 Annual/Privilege leave days and 12 Casual leave days
• Contributory Provident Fund
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance

Job DescriptionApplication Form

How to Apply

Simply apply by sending us your CV, completed application form and cover letter to aaa.careers@cwgc.org.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time once we receive sufficient applications and encourage all interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Operations Assistant, South Africa

Location: Pretoria/Tshwane – Centurion, South Africa
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: From ZAR 202 233, per annum, plus ZAR 1,342 Housing Allowance and ZAR 1,444 Medical Allowance per month, 13th Cheque equivalent to one month’s salary, 19% Contribution to a retirement annuity and participation in the organisations South African Group life insurance scheme.
Hours: 42.5 hours per week, gross

We are an international organisation responsible for preserving cemeteries and memorials around the World, commemorating the sacrifices made by the Commonwealth forces during the two World Wars.

We are looking for an experienced and practical technical person to support our Operations Supervisor in the inspection and carrying out of structural and horticultural maintenance of war graves and memorials throughout South Africa.

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the ability to solve problems, work as a proactive and positive member of a small team, be a confident and effective traveller and able to carry out a variety of maintenance tasks, to include, but not limited to; fixing headstones, repointing, erecting structures, e.g., fences, retaining walls, refurbishing bronze features and horticultural maintenance. You will also be effective at sourcing and purchasing local materials and also engaging and managing local labour as required.

Essential

• A clean driving licence Code (EB, EC or EC1) (Must be able to tow a trailer with GMV greater than 750kg’s) and ability to drive safely
• A current valid passport or the ability to apply for a passport
• A PDP (Public Driver’s Permit)
• High level of written and spoken literacy in English and your first language
• Relevant experience working in a technical position
• Proof of permanent right to work in South Africa

Desirable

• A working knowledge of horticultural and structural practices is preferable but not essential as training will be provided

For more information about the role please view the job description and fact sheet

Job Description Recruitment Pack Application Form

Applicants should send their full CV, cover letter and completed application form to aaa.careers@cwgc.org. For further information about our organisation visit:www.cwgc.org

The Commission is an Equal Opportunities Employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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MOBILE GARDENER – NORTH REGION – HARROGATE MOBILE GROUP

Location: Mobile role. You must be within a reasonable commute of Harrogate Stonefall Cemetery (HG2 7BQ).
Contract Type: Permanent.
Salary: Up to £25,728 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Hours: Full Time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally.

About this role and you:

As the global leader in commemoration with over 13,000 sites in the UK, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten. We are excited to offer this opportunity for an experienced gardener and horticulturist to join our team maintaining the plots in our care in the Yorkshire area.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites; selecting plants naturally suited to their location, looking at viable watering options and enhancing the biodiversity of our estate. This job is not just mowing lawns. You will be involved in all aspects of horticulture; turf culture, border maintenance, tree care, weeding, pruning, mulching and care of ornamental features. You will also be encouraged to share your ideas of how we can continue to improve the care of our sites and the environment in which we work.

Based at Harrogate Stonefall Cemetery, you will work within a team of three travelling to sites within the Yorkshire area and Cleveland, with occasional travel to the Barrow in Furness and Durham areas. The role is practical, hands-on and requires a decent level of physical fitness. There will be occasions to stay overnight up to three times per month, for which costs will be covered.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Keen gardener and horticulturist, with NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture and/or experience of horticultural techniques and plant identification
• Maintaining the highest horticultural standards
• Understanding of Health & Safety
• Knowledge of sustainable garden practices
• Experience with a wide range of garden machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, punctual, good attention to detail and able to manage your own workload
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are, what we do

In addition, we are looking for applicants who share our CARE Values of Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence.

What We Offer:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays and paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas.
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Send your CV and application form to recruitment@cwgc.org. See above for more details about the role and a downloadable copy of the application form.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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GARDENERS – SOUTH EAST REGION - BROOKWOOD

Location: A mainly static role at Brookwood Military Cemetery however, you will be expected to work in other sites across the South-East when required
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £ 25,700 depending on skills and experience, plus a pensionable allowance (London Allowance, Brookwood) of £936.00 per annum
Hours: Full-time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally

About this Role and You

As the global leader in commemoration with over 13,000 sites in the UK, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten. We are excited to offer this opportunity for two people, experienced in gardening and horticulture, to join our team maintaining the plots in our care at Brookwood Military Cemetery in Woking, a site which covers around 37 acres and commemorates over 5,000 identified casualties.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites; selecting plants naturally suited to their location, looking at viable watering options and enhancing the biodiversity of our estate. This job is not just mowing lawns. You will be involved in all aspects of horticulture; turf culture, border maintenance, tree care, weeding, pruning, mulching and care of ornamental features. You will also be encouraged to share your ideas of how we can continue to improve the care of our sites and the environment in which we work.

To be successful in this role you will be hard working, highly motivated and able to bring a proactive and flexible approach to your work. You should be able to turn your hand to most tasks as the role is practical and hands-on and requires commitment and a decent level of physical fitness. You should have a basic understanding of horticultural techniques, plant identification, pruning, lawn care, pest and disease identification. Most of all we would like you to enjoy being part of a dedicated, enthusiastic and skilled team and have the ability to integrate well. As the site attracts many visitors you will also enjoy speaking to members of the public and be able to interact with them in a caring and sympathetic manner.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives. 

You will be able to demonstrate

• A full driving licence is essential
• Keen gardener and horticulturist, with NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture and/or experience of horticultural techniques and plant identification
• Maintaining the highest horticultural standards
• Understanding of Health & Safety
• Knowledge of sustainable garden practices
• Experience with a wide range of garden machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, punctual, good attention to detail and able to manage your own workload
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are, what we do
• Pesticide Certificates (PA1 and PA6) would be an advantage and the Commission is willing to provide the necessary support and training to gain these qualifications

What We Offer

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays & paid closure between Christmas and New Year
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
  Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job Description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Simply apply by sending us your CV, completed application form and cover letter to recruitment@cwgc.org.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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MOBILE GARDENER – NORTH REGION – NEWCASTLE MOBILE GROUP

Location: Mobile role. You must be within a reasonable commute of Chester Le Street.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Salary: Up to £25,728 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Hours: Full Time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally.

About this role and you:

As the global leader in commemoration with over 13,000 sites in the UK, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten. We are excited to offer this opportunity for an experienced gardener and horticulturist to join our team maintaining the plots in our care in the North East area.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites; selecting plants naturally suited to their location, looking at viable watering options and enhancing the biodiversity of our estate. This job is not just mowing lawns. You will be involved in all aspects of horticulture; turf culture, border maintenance, tree care, weeding, pruning, mulching and care of ornamental features. You will also be encouraged to share your ideas of how we can continue to improve the care of our sites and the environment in which we work.

Most of your work will be within the Newcastle Upon Tyne, South Shields, Chester Le Street and Sunderland areas, with occasional travel to Berwick Upon Tweed, Carlisle and Sillouth areas. You will be part of a team of two, and a van will be provided. The role is practical, hands-on and requires a decent level of physical fitness. There may be occasions to stay overnight, and costs will be covered.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Keen gardener and horticulturist, with NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture and/or experience of horticultural techniques and plant identification
• Maintaining the highest horticultural standards
• Understanding of Health & Safety
• Knowledge of sustainable garden practices
• Experience with a wide range of garden machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, punctual, good attention to detail and able to manage your own workload
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are, what we do

In addition, we are looking for applicants who share our CARE Values of Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence.

What We Offer:

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays and paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas.
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline, Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Send your CV and application form to recruitment@cwgc.org. See above for more details about the role and a downloadable copy of the application form.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Senior Head Gardener, Support and Tree Team - C&SEA (Central & Southern Europe Area)

Location: Ieper, Belgium

About The CWGC

The CWGC is a highly respected, prestigious, global Organisation that honours and cares for the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Funded by six Commonwealth Member Governments, we build and maintain memorials and cemeteries at 23,000 locations, in 150 countries, including some of the world’s most iconic, landmark monuments. Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told. We offer a unique and rewarding working environment.

About this Role

Responsible for the day-to-day management of a team of landscapers responsible for all projects related to trees and renovation, varying according to the season, within the region. This is in accordance with the objectives and standards set by the Commission and within the framework of managing as efficiently and economically as possible. The position requires a good balance between executive management activities and operational work.

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How to Apply:

Please send a CV and cover letter to: csea.careers@cwgc.org 

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Head Gardener - C&SEA (Central & Southern Europe Area)

Location: Ieper, Belgium

About The CWGC

The CWGC is a highly respected, prestigious, global Organisation that honours and cares for the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Funded by six Commonwealth Member Governments, we build and maintain memorials and cemeteries at 23,000 locations, in 150 countries, including some of the world’s most iconic, landmark monuments. Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told. We offer a unique and rewarding working environment.

About this Role

Together with the SHG or in the event the post manages a smaller group, is responsible for the daily management of a (mobile) team of horticultural workers responsible for carrying out the horticultural maintenance programme for cemeteries and memorials located in a given geographical area, in compliance with the objectives and standards set by the Commission, and within the framework of the most efficient and economical management possible. The position requires a good balance between executing management activities and horticultural manual work.

Job Description

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and cover letter to: csea.careers@cwgc.org 

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Gardener - C&SEA (Central & Southern Europe Area)

Location: Ieper, Belgium

About The CWGC

The CWGC is a highly respected, prestigious, global Organisation that honours and cares for the 1.7 million members of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Funded by six Commonwealth Member Governments, we build and maintain memorials and cemeteries at 23,000 locations, in 150 countries, including some of the world’s most iconic, landmark monuments. Today, over a century after we first began, our work continues through our staff, supporters and volunteers who preserve our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensure that the stories of those who died are told. We offer a unique and rewarding working environment.

About this Role

The post holder works in a mobile role or at a static site, and is responsible for the maintenance of a number of specific plots within a region under the supervision of the (Senior) Head Gardener. He/she carries out gardening maintenance to the standards of excellence as set by the Commission, and according to horticultural policies and procedures. This is a practical role, requiring maintenance craft skills to undertake a wide range of duties. These include turf culture, headstone border, maintenance and planting, pest control, machinery operation and maintenance and the care of ornamental features.

Job Description

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and cover letter to: csea.careers@cwgc.org 

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Director of Commonwealth Relations and Global Strategy

Location: Maidenhead, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office
Contract Type: permanent

Please apply via the agency link below:

Director of Commonwealth Relations and Global Strategy – Starfish Search

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We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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GARDENER – SOUTH EAST REGION – GILLINGHAM 

Location: A mobile role based out Gillingham covering Kent and East London area
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa £ 25,000 depending on skills and experience
Hours: Full-time. Average of 37 hours per week worked seasonally

About this Role and You

As the global leader in commemoration with over 13,000 sites in the UK, we are dedicated to ensuring the memory of those members of the Commonwealth forces who died during the two World Wars will never be forgotten. We are excited to offer this opportunity for two people, experienced in gardening and horticulture, to join our team maintaining the plots in our care at Brookwood Military Cemetery in Woking, a site which covers around 37 acres and commemorates over 5,000 identified casualties.

We take a conservation-based and sustainable approach to maintaining our sites; selecting plants naturally suited to their location, looking at viable watering options and enhancing the biodiversity of our estate. This job is not just mowing lawns. You will be involved in all aspects of horticulture; turf culture, border maintenance, tree care, weeding, pruning, mulching and care of ornamental features. You will also be encouraged to share your ideas of how we can continue to improve the care of our sites and the environment in which we work.

To be successful in this role you will be hard working, highly motivated and able to bring a proactive and flexible approach to your work. You should be able to turn your hand to most tasks as the role is practical and hands-on and requires commitment and a decent level of physical fitness. You should have a basic understanding of horticultural techniques, plant identification, pruning, lawn care, pest and disease identification. Most of all we would like you to enjoy being part of a dedicated, enthusiastic and skilled team and have the ability to integrate well. As the site attracts many visitors you will also enjoy speaking to members of the public and be able to interact with them in a caring and sympathetic manner.

Everyone who works for us, or with us, shares our Values, which are formed around our concept of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence). We are proud and committed to ensuring we bring this to life every day, for ourselves, each other and those who lost their lives. 

You will be able to demonstrate

• A full driving licence is essential
• Keen gardener and horticulturist, with NVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture and/or experience of horticultural techniques and plant identification
• Maintaining the highest horticultural standards
  Understanding of Health & Safety
• Knowledge of sustainable garden practices
• Experience with a wide range of garden machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated, punctual, good attention to detail and able to manage your own workload
• Able to work in all types of weather
• Pride in the quality of your work and a genuine interest in who we are, what we do
• Pesticide Certificates (PA1 and PA6) would be an advantage and the Commission is willing to provide the necessary support and training to gain these qualifications

What We Offer

• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 15%
• Training and development opportunities
• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Paid time off for all the public and bank holidays & paid closure between Christmas and New Year. To compensate for working additional hours over the course of a year, there are an additional 7 paid non-working days at Christmas
• Life Assurance of up to 6 x salary
• Employee Benefits: 24-hour wellbeing helpline Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme
  Workwear, PPE, van and tools and equipment

Job Description Recruitment Pack Application Form

How to Apply:

Simply apply by sending us your CV, completed application form and cover letter to recruitment@cwgc.org.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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HEAD OF PMO – MAIDENHEAD

Location: Maidenhead, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa £43,000 - £54,000 per annum, depending upon experience
Hours: Full-time. 37 hours per week

Are you a dynamic and innovative leader, with previous experience of leading a Project or Portfolio Management Office for a global organisation?

Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding new challenge, where you can make a difference?

Would you like to work for a unique, values driven organisation?

If you can answer yes to these questions, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission could be for you. We ensure the 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth Forces who died in the two world wars will never be forgotten. We care for cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations, in over 150 countries and territories and our values and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 years ago.

We deliver around £7m of projects across our locations each year, and over the last 5 years have delivered projects in 40 countries. Projects vary from IT implementation to large construction renovation work.

We are now looking for an experienced leader to play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our portfolio of programmes and projects. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining best practices in project management, overseeing the project portfolio, and driving continuous improvement across our project management processes.

What We Offer

• A generous holiday allocation of 25 days, plus paid public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Generous Pension Scheme, with the CWGC contributing up to 15%
• Up to six times salary Life Assurance cover

If you think you've got what it takes to succeed in this role please send your completed Application Form, CV and covering letter explaining what you can bring to the role and why you believe you can fulfil the requirements of the job, as outlined in the job description

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We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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Lawyer – MAIDENHEAD

Location: Maidenhead, with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time. 37 hours per week

We are the CWGC, a Royal Charter organisation, based in Maidenhead, UK, but operating in over 150 countries and commemorating the more than 1.7 million commonwealth military service personnel who died in the First World War and the Second World War.  

We have an established, well regarded legal team and we work in an environment that is supportive and collaborative,  with colleagues you’ll value and enjoy working with.  

Join us and you might be negotiating a contract for a bespoke new software package, for a major renovation to a UNESCO listed world heritage site, advising on IP rights in new products, diving through our digitised legal deeds to get to the bottom of complex land issues, advising our charity, working with our colleagues in our HR team on global employment matters, or on a host of other issues.  We know many organisations say, “no two days the same”, but it’s our reality; intellectually stimulating, endlessly fascinating;  memory, commemoration, history, conservation, sustainability, purpose.  We’d love you to bring your expertise, your enthusiasm,  your skills, your kindness.  

Join us, a values-driven not for profit organisation of abiding care.  Our new strategy, toward 2039,  enshrines our place in the landscape of global commemoration, in an organisation that is evolving (including to address our ambitious sustainability goals), whilst remaining committed to fulfilling our promise made more than a century ago and inscribed in stone at CWGC sites the world over – THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE.

We are office based, but we work flexibility in a hybrid model (which contemplates 2 days each week in the office).  We see this as an initial full time post for 12 months. We are very happy to speak to people assessing their life choices and thinking of moving from the corporate world. 

If you feel that you have the skills, experience and personal values needed to be successful in the not for profit sector, we would encourage you to apply for this exciting role.  

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We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to creating a respectful work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and where any unlawful and/or unfair discrimination is eliminated. We will not unlawfully discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment on grounds of sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation or marital status, religion or belief.

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