Hovenier Bedford - Ypres

Hovenier Bedford - Ypres

Location: Static Bedford House - Ypres
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: € 33.000 per annum, pro rata, depending on skills and experience.
Hours: Fulltime

About us:

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) honours the 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they will never be forgotten.

Our work commemorates the war dead, from building and maintaining our cemeteries and memorials at 23,000 locations in more than 150 countries to preserve our extensive records and archives. Our values and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 years ago.

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.

What you'll be doing:

Install and maintain seasonal plants
Mow, trim and fertilize green spaces
Mulch, edge and weed gardens
Prune and trim trees and bushes
Maintain all gardening equipment and machinery, like mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers
Monitor and maintain the health of plants
Deal with pest problems that could damage plants
Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter

What you need to have and able to demonstrate :

A keen interest in horticulture, nature and environment
Prior knowledge or experience is advantageous but not essential—enthusiasm and motivation to learn are valued above all
Willingness to adopt and master the Commission's horticultural practices
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
Basic proficiency in Dutch
Driving License B (C/CE is an advantage)
Health and Safety responsibility for self and others

What we offer:

20 days annual leave, with additional leave days: ranging from 2 to 12 days, depending on seniority
Working hours: Winter schedule (08:30 - 16:00) and summer schedule (08:00 - 16:45)
Meal vouchers (8€/day)
Gift and culture vouchers
Eco vouchers
Health insurance reimbursement up to €125 per year
Bike Lease scheme

The opportunity to contribute to the preservation of heritage and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Growth opportunities supported by a range of training programs

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.