Gardener
| Posting date: | 13 September 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,234 to £26,232 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 October 2024 |
| Location: | Harrogate |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Commonwealth War Graves Commission |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req 292 |
Summary
Location: MOBILE -Working around Harrogate Stonefall Cemetery and surrounding areas
Hours: Monday to Friday, Average of 37 hours per week.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be taking on the task of tending to our sites in the north region. You will be responsible for high-standard maintenance and renovation across specific cemeteries. Duties range from meticulous care of turf and border maintenance, machinery operation, to practising sustainable and biodiverse ways of working. This is a small scope of some of the duties of the role.
What You Need to Have
- NVQ level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent) OR practical experience within horticulture, such as plant identification, sustainable garden practices, and garden maintenance.
- Understanding of health & safety
- Experience with a wide range of garden machinery
- Full UK driver’s license (Manual)
- Punctual, self-motivated, trustworthy, team player, and reliable
- IT literate
Who We Are
In the echo of history's whispers, there exists an institution that transcends time, The Commonwealth War Graves Commission – where heroes stories are etched into the very soil they defended. Share this hallowed ground with us, where you can work in an environment that is supportive and collaborative, with colleagues you’ll value and enjoy working with.
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30
- Paid public holidays and paid leave 1 week prior to Christmas up until New Years Day
- Workwear, PPE, access to a work-van and top of the line tools and equipment
- Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15%
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Shopping Discounts
How To Apply
Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.
As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate.
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.
Hours: Monday to Friday, Average of 37 hours per week.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be taking on the task of tending to our sites in the north region. You will be responsible for high-standard maintenance and renovation across specific cemeteries. Duties range from meticulous care of turf and border maintenance, machinery operation, to practising sustainable and biodiverse ways of working. This is a small scope of some of the duties of the role.
What You Need to Have
- NVQ level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent) OR practical experience within horticulture, such as plant identification, sustainable garden practices, and garden maintenance.
- Understanding of health & safety
- Experience with a wide range of garden machinery
- Full UK driver’s license (Manual)
- Punctual, self-motivated, trustworthy, team player, and reliable
- IT literate
Who We Are
In the echo of history's whispers, there exists an institution that transcends time, The Commonwealth War Graves Commission – where heroes stories are etched into the very soil they defended. Share this hallowed ground with us, where you can work in an environment that is supportive and collaborative, with colleagues you’ll value and enjoy working with.
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave, rising by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30
- Paid public holidays and paid leave 1 week prior to Christmas up until New Years Day
- Workwear, PPE, access to a work-van and top of the line tools and equipment
- Generous Pension Scheme, with CWGC contributing up to 15%
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Shopping Discounts
How To Apply
Apply via our Career Portal by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.
As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate.
We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.
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