Working at the CWGC

The CWGC's commitment extends across 150 countries around the world. To ensure that we are able to continue to commemorate the fallen soldiers from the two World Wars, we employ a wide variety of staff across the world, alongside various volunteer programmes and other opportunities.

Our listings are updated on a regular basis, so please check back often.

Current vacancies:

Horticultural Manager - Belgium

Project Cell Leader - France

Bricklayer - France

Team leader (Bricklaying and Stonework) - France

Works Supervisor (Project Cell) - France

Training and Recruitment Assistants - France

Country Supervisor - Germany/Austria

Horticultural Supervisor - France

Surveyor - France

Engraver - France

Assistant Works Surveyor Supervisor - Belgium

Gardener Caretaker 1 - France

Gardener - Pakistan

Senior Head Gardener - Japan

Mobile Support Team gardener - France

Foreman of Works - Italy

Head Gardener - Israel

Senior Head Gardener - France

Building Surveyor - United Kingdom

Gardener - Hong Kong

Senior Head Gardener (M/F) - France

Gardener (M/F) - France

Gardener Caretaker (M/F) - France

GC1 Mobile Gardener London (South) - United Kingdom

Gardener Caretaker (M/F) - France

Skilled Maintenance Craftsperson - United Kingdom

Eyes On, Hands On coordinator, London - United Kingdom

Horticultural Manager, Belgium

Location: Ieper, Belgium

The post holder is responsible for ensuring Commission standards of horticulture at the cemeteries and memorials within the region and securing value for money in achieving those standards. The post is also responsible for the implementation of organisational policy, including approved working practices, health and safety procedures, environmental and Commission policies relating to corporate objectives.

Please see the full job description:

Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV and cover letter to wea.jobs@cwgc.org

Closing date: 30/05/2021

Cell Leader Project, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: Permanent / full time

Travel: Must be willing to travel and work on regular occasions away from the office sometimes at short notice. Valid passport and category B driver’s licence required.

About the role:

To lead and manage the project cell on all aspects: team and projects. To deliver the allocated technical projects within the Commission’s standards, to the WEA (France) Works programme, and to cost. To ensure we comply with all aspects of building conservation law including the sourcing of all necessary authorisations and permits.

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 wea.jobs@cwgc.org before 4 June.

Bricklayer, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Carry out maintenance work on war graves and memorials throughout France under the responsibility of a team leader, in accordance with the Commission's standards.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

Teamleader (Bricklaying and Stonework), Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Is in charge of a team that carries out all the structural work and the works maintenance of the Commission's sites in compliance with the objectives and standards set by the Commission, through efficient and economical management. The post requires a good balance between management activities and manual tasks.

Organises and manages daily teamwork according to the programme and priorities communicated by Supervisor in compliance with the CWGC standards defined in the manual technical work and the objectives set by the Works Direction (e.g. stone work, the realignment, building of the tombstone, re-engraving the stone on site, masonry, etc.).
Fill in the administrative documents related to the use of equipment and vehicles.
Informs their supervisor every week of the completion of the worksites.
Ensures the proper use and regular maintenance of the team's vehicle.
Ensures the correct use and routine maintenance of machines and tools.
Concerns itself with its Supervisor to consider machine renewals.
May be required to take the first steps in the event of vandalism or damage.
May be required to represent the Commission at external meetings or ceremonies.
Provides information and guidance to visitors, where appropriate.
Generally speaking, takes an active part in all the projects of their Service, the Commission, according to the needs and guidelines given.
Ensures compliance with the rules and procedures for the Health and Safety of staff under its authority.

Is responsible for one or more teams:

Organises the work of the people under his/her responsibility according to the recommendations and the requirements of line managers in compliance with the rules and procedures of the Commission.
Ensures the integration of new permanent or temporary employees within its group, including security reception. Trains new employees.
Assists their Supervisor, in particular in tasks relating to the staff under their supervision.
Ensures the smooth running of all staff appraisal interviews. Discusses and validates the personal development plan.
Proposes any changes in work processes and procedures to improve the conditions of work and the performance of the people under its responsibility.

How to apply:

If you think you’ve got what it takes to succeed in their 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 to wea.jobs@cwgc.org before 4 June.

Works Supervisor (Project Cell), Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

To manage the allocated technical projects and to deliver them within the Commission’s standards, to the WEA (France) Works programme, and to cost. To ensure we comply with all aspects of building conservation law including the sourcing of all necessary authorisations and permits.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

Training and Recruitment Assistants, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: Temporary / full time

We are looking for 2 Training and Recruitment Assistants (M/F) on fixed term contracts (to replace maternity leave, one of which is followed by parental leave).

About the role:

Reporting to the Training and Recruitment Manager, you will implement the recruitment plan and the skills development plan for the France area, in collaboration with your partner.

Organise the recruitment process:

Drafting job offers
Selecting profiles for department managers
Organise and participate in recruitment interviews for each position
Develop integration plans for new employees
Follow up on temporary workers and apprentices
Build a local network to develop partnerships (recruitment agencies, schools, etc.)

Develop and implement the skills development plan in accordance with the annual budget, legal requirements, guidelines and Head Office procedures:

Collect and analyse training needs
Draft the development plan after arbitration with managers
Negotiate with training organisations
Organise training courses
Collect and analyse training evaluations
Participate in the development of internal training programmes

Other tasks:

Develop / produce performance indicators
Coordinate the implementation of annual appraisals/professional interviews
Support the succession plan/GPEC for the area
Maintain a legal watch in both specialties.

About you:

University degree or equivalent qualification (minimum of 3 years of higher education)
Significant experience in training management, skills development and recruitment
Driving license

Skills required

Good interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication
Service and organisation skills
Reactivity and autonomy
Ability to negotiate
Ability to make proposals for continuous improvement
Fluency in English, or ability to develop the language
Suitability with the company's values: RESPECT, EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, COMMUNICATION, PROFESSIONALISM, COMMITMENT

How to apply:

Country Supervisor - Germany/Austria

Location: Germany (location of the base sites are Hannover, Reichswald and Berlin)

Oversee the management of administrative and operational duties needed to support our operations in Germany and Austria (indirectly for the Baltics and Poland). Support the Horticultural and Works Managers with maintaining the cemeteries and memorials to the Commission’s standards as efficiently and economically as possible.

Furthermore, this post will be our lead point of contact in Germany/Austria, and to engage with external contacts including embassies, local governments and heritage organisations.

Read the job descriptions below:

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Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV with cover letter to wea.jobs@cwgc.org by 30/05/2021.

Horticultural Supervisor, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: 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 WEA France.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

Surveyor, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Inspection, expertise and condition assessment of all our sites and buildings to advise and guide the choices of operational teams in the field and ensure that work is carried out in accordance with Commission standards and in an efficient manner.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

Engraver, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Beaurains, France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Carries out within a team the program of re-engraving on site of and commemorative panels throughout France in accordance with the objectives and standards set by the Commission, and within the framework of the most efficient and economical management possible.

Searching for and checking the information to be regraded (in the register boxes or by phoning the reception).
Respects the minimum production target (working time/wasted time) set by the Commission in France and in accordance with the quality standards defined in the technical manual of the Works.
Carries out minor repairs to the steles, in particular by inserting stone.
Carries out the preparation and finishing of the re-engraving and repairs, in particular by sanding the stele or memorial panel.
Records daily on the work sheet the steles or panels made and the number of bits used, and and the number of bits used, and gives it to his/her line manager.
Makes good use of and takes care of the machines and all the equipment entrusted to him/her on a daily basis in order to optimise their service life. Informs his/her line manager of the need for materials (especially wicks) and of any problems or malfunctions.
Makes good use of the team's vehicle if required to drive, and alerts his/her line manager to fuel requirements of fuel requirements and any problems or malfunctions.
As soon as cases of vandalism or damage are noted, informs his/her line manager and France Area's Administrative Department.
Informs and directs visitors.
In general, participates actively in all the projects of his/her department, the Commission, as required and as instructed by the Commission, as required and as instructed.
Respects the rules and procedures of Health and Safety when carrying out his/her work.

How to apply:

Assistant Works Surveyor Supervisor, Belgium

Location: Office based - primarily based in Ieper, Belgium

About the role: To inspect, survey and assess the condition of our estate in order to guide and influence the operational output of the WEA Works Department is delivered to the Commission’s standards and in a cost-effective manner.

See full information in the job description:

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Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV with cover letter to wea.jobs@cwgc.org by 15/05/2021

Gardener Caretaker 1, Western Europe Area (France)

Location: Bayeux (14400), France.

Contract type: Permanent / full time

About the role:

Supports the Chief Gardener (CJ) in 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 management that is as efficient and economical as possible. The position requires a good balance between carrying out management activities and horticultural manual work.

Find full information in the job description:

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How to apply:

GARDENER

Location: Karachi Cemetery, Pakistan

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is an international organisation responsible for preserving cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations in more than 150 countries. Our work commemorates the sacrifices made by the Commonwealth forces during the two World Wars.

We are seeking candidates for the position of Gardener at Karachi War Cemetery, Pakistan

The purpose of this job is to support the Head Gardener (HG) in the execution and co-ordination of horticultural maintenance and renovation work to the Commission’s standards of excellence.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Passed or ability to learn the Commissions Horticultural Modules.
Manual skills.
Good level of literacy in their first language.

See full job description

You will be required to provide documentary proof of permanent right to work in Pakistan upon application for this position.

Applicants should send their full CV and requests for further information to: AAPA.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.

SENIOR HEAD GARDENER

Location: Yokohama Cemetery, Japan

We are seeking candidates for the position of Senior Head Gardener at Yokohama Cemetery, Japan.

Yokohama War cemetery is one of the largest sites in the Africa and Asia Pacific Area. Find out more here.

The role of ‘Senior Head Gardener’ is to support the Country Manager in the execution and co-ordination of horticultural maintenance and administration including HR, Finance and External Communications within Japan. The main responsibility for the role is to carry out daily horticultural tasks ensuring the standards of maintenance are met as efficiently and economically as possible in addition to the day to day leadership of the horticultural team.

Success in this role will provide a path to development being CWGC Japan Country Manager within three years.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Experience of operations management
Horticulture knowledge
Willingness to learn further about horticulture
Good command of written and spoken English
Competent in Excel and general IT skills

You will be required to provide documentary proof of permanent right to work in Japan upon application for this position.

Applicants should send their full CV and requests for further information to: AAPA.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.

Mobile Support Team gardener, Area (France)

Location: France.

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Provides support to horticultural teams performing exceptional tasks or techniques. Backfills in various horticultural teams on an ad hoc basis as directed by the respective team leader within Western Europe Area (France).

Fournit un soutien aux équipes horticoles en réalisant des tâches ou des techniques exceptionnelles. Faire des remplacements temporaires au sein de diverses équipes horticoles, selon les instructions du chef d'équipe concerné au sein de la zone Europe Occidentale (France) – WEA(F).

Find full information in the job description.

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Supervisor Works (Project Cell), Area (France)

Location: France (Beaurains).

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Find full information in the job description.

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Stonemason foreman, Italy

Location: Faenza (Ravenna)

Contract Type: Temporary – 12 months; must have the right to live and work in Italy

Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week Monday to Friday)

Salary: Salary – Circa €25k. gross per annum, plus a 13th and 14th monthly salary

Travel: Frequent travel within Italy

Other Benefits: Lunch Vouchers, Supplementary Pension Fund, Supplementary Healthcare Fund

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is seeking to recruit 2 Foreman, based in Faenza to lead our stonemasons. Across Italy we commemorate 49,259 casualties from both world wars. They are spread across 123 cemeteries, with 42 constructed CWGC cemeteries and 6 memorials. You will join our team of nearly 70 staff working from 29 bases to maintain and conserve our memorials and cemeteries.

The role is part of a mobile team and supports the Works Team Coordinator (WTC) in the execution and co-ordination of masonry works within the Commission’s cemeteries. The main task is of an operational type and consists in performing manual wall maintenance, structures and tombstones for the restoration and conservation of sites according to the CWGC standards; together with small administrative tasks closely related to the position.

About the role:

Assist the Coordinator in achieving the objectives for cycle maintenance, including erection of headstones, projects and unforeseen emergency work
Ensure all aspects of masonry work including the replacement, repairing, repointing and cleaning of stone, brickwork, paving and any special features, the occasional engraving and re-engraving of grave markers are all carried out to our standards
Cut, shape and dress stone from a rough block to the required dimensions and finish
Refurbishment and maintenance of bronze work
Ensure all Timberwork and Metalwork features are maintained
Monitor the works carried out by staff according to the instruction received
Ensures that safe working practices and the Commissions Health & Safety policies and procedures are always adhered to by all members of the team. Following correct procedure for accidents at work & near misses.
Ensure that all tools, mechanical equipment supplied, properties and assigned vehicles are in good running order, adhering to specified maintenance schedules and instructions and is used effectively
Reports time spent, cost of materials, and mileage, further other data might be required by line managers or office.
Undertake such other duties required by the Line manager, as required

About you:

A relevant recognised technical qualification or relevant experience working in a similar position
Demonstrable experience as qualified worker for at least 5 years
Good command of the main IT tools devices
Good command (spoken and written) of the Italian Language. English is desirable.
Certificates to use specific tools and machineries
Valid driving license
Manual skills as required to complete the tasks listed before
Effective communication and listening skills
Ability to work in a team with good organisational and time management skills

Job Description Application Form

To apply please complete the application form. Kindly send the completed application form, together with your CV to ma.careers@cwgc.org by no later than 9 July 2021. Due to current Covid-19 Social Distancing requirements, interviews will possibly take place using Microsoft Teams.

Only successful applicants will be contacted. Please note, we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore, we urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence and in accordance with our job privacy notice, available upon request. The CWGC
is an equal opportunities employer. Appointment will be subject to background checks.

Head Gardener, Haifa, Israel

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is an international non-profit organisation which commemorates the 1.7 million Commonwealth servicemen and women who died during the two world wars. We care for cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations, in more than 150 countries and territories.

We are seeking an experienced Head Gardener to join the team based in Haifa War Cemetery, Israel. The role will support the Country Supervisor and Senior Head Gardener in the day to day control of the staff in the group, ensuring that they, as a team, maintain the cemeteries and memorials to the standards specified by the Commission as efficiently and economically as possible.

Responsibilities

To assist with the organisation, planning and control of the horticultural and caretaking work of the gardening staff in the group. Giving instructions to the team on the way the day to day work is to be carried out.
Day to day management of subordinate team members, including performance management and routine discipline.
To support the Supervisor in ensuring that safe working practices and the Commissions Health & Safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times by subordinates, sets a good behavioural example. Following correct procedure for accidents at work & near misses.
To keep all horticultural machinery, irrigation systems, equipment installations, properties and vehicles in good running order, adhering to specified maintenance schedules and instructions.
When required report any structural defects noted as well as any development in the surroundings of cemeteries and memorials.
Undertake such other duties as are allocated by or on behalf of the Area Director.
Travel within the Area to ensure additional projects are carried out.

Requirements

A relevant recognised technical qualification (BTEC / NVQ Level 3 or local equivalent) or relevant experience working in a supervisory position.
At least two years’ work experience in team management in a horticultural environment, or at least 6 years’ experience working in horticulture (with supervisory practice).
Demonstrable knowledge of all Commissions Horticultural practices
Written and spoken English language is desirable, in addition to a good command of written and spoken Arabic language.
Microsoft Office including Outlook
Effective communication and listening skills
Decision making skills
Good organisational and time management skills
Manual skills
Prioritises well and has the ability to adapt to exceptional circumstances
Clean driving licence
Have the right to live and work in Israel

Job Description (EN) Job Description (AR)

To apply, please submit your application by one of the following:

Email: ma.careers@cwgc.org

Mail: Commonwealth War Graves Commission, Douchifat Street, Industrial Area, PO BOX 74 Ramleh, 72100

Closing date: 9 July 2021 Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted. Please note, we reserve the right to close or extend
this position depending on application numbers. Therefore, we would urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence and in accordance with our job privacy notice, available upon request. The CWGC is an equal opportunities employer.

Senior Head Gardener (M/F) - Area (France)

Location: France (Lens).

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

The Senior Head Gardener (SHG) is in charge of a mobile team of gardeners who maintain a pre-defined group of cemeteries within an Area sector according to the Commission standard as efficiently and economically as possible. The post requires competences in both managerial and manual skills.

Find full information in the job description.

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Building Surveyor

(known internally as Technical Manager, Works)

Location: The job will be based in Maidenhead with a requirement for overseas travel.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: Offers up to £46,620 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience

About the CWGC

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.

About the Role:

With your experience within built environments and structural projects, you will oversee the construction and maintenance of monuments and other structures within Commission sites across Southern and East Africa. You will advise on all technical matters and manage overseas works staff. It will also ensure alignment with Commission strategy, policies and procedures, along with other Area requirements. It is a key part of the Area’s Operations team and reports to the AAPA Operations Manager.

You will need a background as a building surveyor or related profession. You should be RICS qualified or part qualified. Experience of managing projects and people and working internationally is highly desirable. It is essential you can demonstrate an ability to deliver in an environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

The job will be based in Maidenhead with a requirement for overseas travel. Full details of the job role can be found on the job description.

What We Can Offer You:

A generous holiday allocation, with 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30
Paid public holidays
Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year
Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15%
Up to six times salary Life Assurance cover
Employee Assistance Programme

Job Description Application Form

How To Apply:

Please send your cover letter, CV and completed application form to aapa.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.

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.

GARDENER

Location: Cape Collinson War Cemetery, Hong Kong

Salary: HK$15,160 pcm plus benefits

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission 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 seeking candidates for the role of a Gardener based at Cape Collinson War Cemetery, Hong Kong, where you will be supporting the Senior Head Gardener in carrying out day-to-day manual tasks.

Full details can be found here:

Job Description Fact Sheet

If this role is of interest to you, please send your resume together with the Application Form across to AAPA.Careers@cwgc.org

For any further queries, please contact AAPA.Careers@cwgc.org

HR Generalist, Belgium

Location: Ieper, Belgium

The post holder is responsible for assisting with HR projects, in accordance with best practice and relevant employment legislation, and undertakes HR administration.

Please see the full job description:

Anyone wishing to apply, please send your CV and cover letter to wea.jobs@cwgc.org

Closing date: 31/05/2021

Senior Head Gardener (M/F) - Area (France)

Location: France (Serre).

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Find full information in the job description.

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Gardener (M/F) - Area (France)

Location: Multiple:

France (Boulogne sur mer)
France (Doullens)
France (Serre) Temporary

About the role:

As part of the cemetery maintenance program and in compliance with the objectives and standards set by the Commission, the jobholder is called upon to perform tasks that do not require any specific knowledge. This is a training grade and most tasks are performed under the supervision of a line manager.

Find full information in the job description.

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GARDENER CARETAKER (M/F) - Area (France)

Location: Multiple

France (Reims – based at Choloy).
France (Gouzeaucourt)
France (Ecoivres)

About the role:

Supports the Chief Gardener (CJ) in the daily management of a mobile team of horticultural workers responsible for carrying out the horticultural maintenance program or 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 management that is as efficient and economical as possi-ble. The position requires a good balance between carrying out management activities and horticul-tural manual work.

Find full information in the job description

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GC1 Mobile Gardener London (South)

The United Kingdom and Northern Area (UKNA) commemorates 310,000 casualties, in over 13,000 locations throughout the UK, Republic of Ireland, Gibraltar, Scandinavia, Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Of these 134,456 are on ten major memorials located throughout the UK.

Location: You will be mobile and cover the maintenance in a group of cemeteries and plots mainly in the Beckenham, Camberwell, Croydon, Mitcham and Streatham areas. However, you may be asked to cover any other cemeteries or plots within the South East Region. Ideally you will live in the vicinity of these sites area.

Opportunities to work on short-term projects in Scandinavia and other regions may also arise.

Contract Type: Permanent/full time

Hours of work:

Summer Hours

Monday to Thursday: 0800 to 1230, 1330 to 1700

Friday: 0800 to 1230, 1330 to 1630.

Winter Hours

Monday to Friday: 0830 to 1230, 1300 to 1600.

Salary: Starting salary of £21,499 per annum. In addition to this, you may be entitled to Extensive Travelling Allowance (ETA).

About the Role:

As a GC1 you will work individually or as part of a small team and be responsible for specific plots within the region. You will carry out manual horticultural maintenance and renovation work to the standards of excellence as set by the Commission. You will also complete various related administrative duties and assist the Regional Manager and Regional Operations Coordinator in meeting the overall objectives of the Region.

See full details:

Job Description Fact Sheet

About you:

As a minimum you will need NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent level qualification in Amenity Horticulture, or relevant horticultural experience. You will also need a full manual car driving licence. This is a mobile role and will require travel across the region and overnight stays on an occasional basis.

What we can offer you:

25 days annual leave, rising each completed year of service to 30 days
Paid public holidays, one paid ‘privilege day’, plus paid office shutdowns for the afternoon of Maundy Thursday and between Christmas and New Year
Generous Pension, with CWGC contributing up to 15% of gross salary
Life Assurance
Occupational Health Services
Employee Contribution Awards
Sickness Pay and Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers, shopping discounts and free eye tests
Professional subscriptions relevant to the role

How to apply:

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is 25 June 2021 and it is anticipated that interviews will take place on week commencing 5 July 2021. Due to current Covid-19 Social Distancing requirements, interviews will take place using Microsoft Teams.

SURVEYOR, WESTERN EUROPE AREA (FRANCE)

Location: Beaurains, France

Contract type: permanent / full time

About the role:

Find full information in the job description.

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Skilled Maintenance Craftsperson

Location: You will cover maintenance in a variety of sites throughout the North Region. Ideally you will live in the Harrogate area as you will need to be able to make your own way to and from the base site in Harrogate daily. You may also be required to work on other sites within the North Region.

Opportunities to work on short-term projects in Scandinavia and other regions may also arise.

Contract Type: Permanent/full time

Hours of work:

Summer Hours

Monday to Thursday: 0800 to 1230, 1330 to 1700

Friday: 0800 to 1230, 1330 to 1630.

Winter Hours

Monday to Friday: 0830 to 1230, 1300 to 1600.

Salary: Starting salary of £21,499 per annum. In addition to this, you may be entitled to Extensive Travelling Allowance (ETA).

About the Role:

As an SMC you will assist in the structural and horticultural maintenance of war graves and memorials to the standards set by the Commission, working as part of a small team whose workload is dependent on operational requirements.

This is a ‘hands-on’ mobile role and travelling is an integral part of the job. There may be periods when you are required to work away from home during the week, which could consist of up to 3 to 4 nights away.

About you:

You should have relevant practical skills, a proven commitment to service delivery and excellent organisational and communication skills. You must be able to work individually, or as part of a small team, at a variety of sites throughout the North Region. As you will be using a company vehicle, a full manual driving license is essential as is the willingness to travel widely in the region including 3-4 overnight stays per week.

While Pesticide Certificates (PA1 and PA6) and NAMM (National Association of Memorial Masons) Membership are required for this role, the Commission will, if required, provide you with the necessary support and training to gain these qualifications.

What we can offer you:

25 days annual leave, rising each completed year of service to 30 days
Paid public holidays, one paid ‘privilege day’, plus paid office shutdowns for the afternoon of Maundy Thursday and between Christmas and New Year
Generous Pension, with CWGC contributing up to 15% of gross salary
Life Assurance
Occupational Health Services
Employee Contribution Awards
Sickness Pay and Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers, shopping discounts and free eye tests
Professional subscriptions relevant to the role

Job Description Fact Sheet

How to apply:

To apply for this opportunity to join our UKNA Team please send a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing your experience and what you can bring to the role to ukna.careers@cwgc.org

The closing date for applications is 05 July 2021 and it is anticipated that interviews will take place week commencing 12 July 2021. Depending on Covid-19 Social Distancing requirements, interviews may take place using Microsoft Teams.

Gardener (M/F) - Area (France)

Location : France (Cambrai).

Contract type: Temporary (Replacement contract, until : 30/11/2021 or before this date if the sick person returns to work / full time)

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Gardener (M/F)

Location : France (Lens).

Contract type: Permanent

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PART-TIME COORDINATOR – ‘EYES ON, HANDS ON’ PROJECT

(FIXED TERM CONTRACT to 31 Mar 2022)

Circa £29,746 pro rata, depending upon experience, with an allowance of £1,044, pro rata, to compensate for the fact a home office will be required. The Commission will also require the successful candidate to use their own car for any travel, for which mileage will be paid.

Location: London

You will be home based but with coordinating responsibility for London. Must be within London to be able to easily travel throughout the capital.

The CWGC honours the 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth Forces who died in the two world wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten. Our values and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 years ago.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented and self-motivated Volunteer Coordinator to join our team based in our London Region to deliver the Annington Homes sponsored ‘Eyes On, Hands On’ volunteering project.

The ‘Eyes on, Hands On’ project is a new venture which will seek to develop a volunteer network to link the military communities in the UK with the CWGC sites in their local area. The post holder will develop opportunities to use volunteers to support and supplement the care provided by regional operations staff to CWGC commemorations.

Working 15 hours per week (some evening and weekend work may be required), you will be liaising closely with the local Regional Manager, the in-place Volunteer Coordinators and your volunteers building and maintaining partnerships with a wide range of volunteer organisations and associations, ensuring regular engagement. You will also need to build upon established good working relationships with external cemetery groups where opportunities exist in relation to the project.

In order to succeed in this role, you will have excellent communication, presentation and networking skills. You will also have experience of working with the UK Armed Forces, and empathy with the Service ethos.

If you would like to be part of a key team raising the profile of our valuable work and think you’ve got what it takes to succeed in this role please send your completed Application Form, 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 ukna.careers@cwgc.org

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The closing date for applications is 2 July 2021 and it is anticipated that interviews will take place on week commencing 12 July 2021. Due to current Covid-19 Social Distancing requirements, interviews will take place using Microsoft Teams.

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.

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