Senior Gardener Caretaker 1 F/M

We are looking for a Senior Gardener Caretaker 1 F/M - Cambrai to join our teams at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) which honours the 1.7 million men and womenof the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars,ensuring they will never be forgotten. Our work commemorates the war dead, frombuilding and maintaining our cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations inmore than 150 countries to preserving our extensive records and archives. Ourvalues and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 yearsago. Location : Cambrai located 131 Route Nationale, Marquion 62860 FRA Contract type : Permanent  Salary : To be determined according to profile  Benefits : Medical insurance (Mutuelle) - Provident Scheme (Prévoyance) - 13th month from 6 months of seniority Working hours: 35 hours/week in low season - Highseason over 8 months with compensation in JRTT Jobdescription:  Supports the SHG and/or the HG in the dailymanagement of a mobile team of horticultural workers responsible for carryingout the horticultural maintenance programme for cemeteries and memorialslocated in a given geographical area, in compliance with the objectives andstandards set by the Commission, and within the framework of management that isas efficient and economical as possible.The position requires a good balance between carrying out some dayto-daysupervisory activities and horticultural manual work.  Keyresponsibilities:  Participates in all manual activities of the team. Assists in identifying with SHG and HG the maintenance work necessary to maintain the expected level of excellence. Ensures that the work programme is carried out by the team in accordance with Commission standards. Contributes to the development of the team and helps identify the potential outperformers Notifies the HG, and in his absence the SHG, of any structural defects found. Inform his/her HG of any future or ongoing development projects taking place in the environment of one of the cemeteries or memorials in his/her area as well as notifying his/her HG of any maintenance or deterioration problems. Provides input to the preparation of the annual programme of renovation managed by the HG and SHG. Take primary action in the event of vandalism or damage to public authorities and informs his HG (or in his absence the SHG) and the Administrative Department of the France area as soon as it is noticed. May be called upon to occasionally represent the Commission at external meetings or ceremonies. Informs and guide visitors. Generally participates in all relevant activities as and when required and as instructed. Complies with Health and Safety rules and procedures when performing his/her work. Supports the HG and SHG in organizing the team's work according to the recommendations and requirements of line supervisors, discussing the distribution of work with them. Plays an active role in the integration of new permanent or temporary gardeners into the team. Notifies the HG immediately or in his/her absence the SHG, of any problems/challenges concerning the team. Assist the HG at regular team meetings. Profile required : Significant experience in the provision of autonomous horticultural work. Knowledge of the computer tool and software of the MS Office and Internet Pack, or willingness to learn. Ability to effectively communicate in the local language(s) Ability to make decisions and take responsibility for actions. Organizational and time management skills. Willingness to commit to professional training and development. An alignment and adherence to the Commission’s Values which are formed around the concept of CARE ? COMMITMENT, AMBITION, RESPECT and EXCELLENCE. Health and Safety responsibility for self and others. Valid B driving licence Senior Gardener Caretaker 1 F/M - Cambrai We are looking for a Senior Gardener Caretaker 1 F/M - Cambrai to join our teams at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) which honours the 1.7 million men and womenof the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars,ensuring they will never be forgotten. Our work commemorates the war dead, frombuilding and maintaining our cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations inmore than 150 countries to preserving our extensive records and archives. Ourvalues and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 yearsago. Location : Cambrai located 131 Route Nationale, Marquion 62860 FRA Contract type : Permanent  Salary : To be determined according to profile  Benefits : Medical insurance (Mutuelle) - Provident Scheme (Prévoyance) - 13th month from 6 months of seniority Working hours: 35 hours/week in low season - Highseason over 8 months with compensation in JRTT Jobdescription:  Supports the SHG and/or the HG in the dailymanagement of a mobile team of horticultural workers responsible for carryingout the horticultural maintenance programme for cemeteries and memorialslocated in a given geographical area, in compliance with the objectives andstandards set by the Commission, and within the framework of management that isas efficient and economical as possible.The position requires a good balance between carrying out some dayto-daysupervisory activities and horticultural manual work.  Keyresponsibilities:  Participates in all manual activities of the team. Assists in identifying with SHG and HG the maintenance work necessary to maintain the expected level of excellence. Ensures that the work programme is carried out by the team in accordance with Commission standards. Contributes to the development of the team and helps identify the potential outperformers Notifies the HG, and in his absence the SHG, of any structural defects found. Inform his/her HG of any future or ongoing development projects taking place in the environment of one of the cemeteries or memorials in his/her area as well as notifying his/her HG of any maintenance or deterioration problems. Provides input to the preparation of the annual programme of renovation managed by the HG and SHG. Take primary action in the event of vandalism or damage to public authorities and informs his HG (or in his absence the SHG) and the Administrative Department of the France area as soon as it is noticed. May be called upon to occasionally represent the Commission at external meetings or ceremonies. Informs and guide visitors. Generally participates in all relevant activities as and when required and as instructed. Complies with Health and Safety rules and procedures when performing his/her work. Supports the HG and SHG in organizing the team's work according to the recommendations and requirements of line supervisors, discussing the distribution of work with them. Plays an active role in the integration of new permanent or temporary gardeners into the team. Notifies the HG immediately or in his/her absence the SHG, of any problems/challenges concerning the team. Assist the HG at regular team meetings. Profile required : Significant experience in the provision of autonomous horticultural work. Knowledge of the computer tool and software of the MS Office and Internet Pack, or willingness to learn. Ability to effectively communicate in the local language(s) Ability to make decisions and take responsibility for actions. Organizational and time management skills. Willingness to commit to professional training and development. An alignment and adherence to the Commission’s Values which are formed around the concept of CARE ? COMMITMENT, AMBITION, RESPECT and EXCELLENCE. Health and Safety responsibility for self and others. Valid B driving licence How to Apply: Simply apply by sending us your CV and cover letter via our Career Portal, you can create a profile to keep up to date with future vacancies, as they arise. #J-18808-Ljbffr