WORKER M/F

We are looking for a WORKER M/F to join our teams at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) which 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 preserving our extensive records and archives. Our values and aims, laid out in 1917, are as relevant now as they were 100 years ago.

Contract type

Fixed Term Contract

Salary

To be determined according to profile - Meal allowance - Laundry bonus

Benefits

Medical insurance (Mutuelle) - Provident Scheme (Prévoyance) - 13th month from 6 months of seniority

Working hours

35 hours working week with flexible working hours ranging from 35 to 42.5 hours per week, according to an internally defined schedule. Compensation in RTT.

Job Description

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.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out all maintenance tasks in accordance with the Commission's standards, such as stone cutting, setting and alignment of headstones, engraving (in situ) and masonry work, under the constant supervision of the team leader in charge.
• Acquire a good working knowledge of all the Commission's apparatus and equipment and the skills needed to carry out maintenance and minor repairs.
• Implement the Commission's specialised maintenance tasks according to the instructions of the team leader in charge and the CWGC values:
• Carry out tasks with respect and conduct themselves appropriately.
• Acquire knowledge of the Commission's health and safety procedures and apply them in their work.
• Be able to follow and execute the advice and instructions of the team leader accurately.
• Use the protective equipment provided or PPE (personal protective equipment and Commission work clothes).
• The position is evolving and is part of the CDP pathway.

Profile required

• Valid B driving licence required
• Pragmatic and flexible
• Team spirit
• Sense of serviceReliable
• Requires clear verbal communication skills and common courtesy, to be able to communicate with different teams and team leaders
• Willingness to engage in training and professional development.
• Responsibility for the health and safety of self and others.
• An alignment with and adherence to the Commission's values: CARE → COMMITMENT, AMBITION, RESPECT and EXCELLENCE.
• Ability to work as a team by establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all Commission staff, regardless of rank.
• Flexible approach to work and colleagues in a varied and changing work environment.
• Is self-motivated and able to progress through the various professional grades based on practical skills and experience gained.