Gardener

Commonwealth War Graves Commission; Pune District; On-site; INR 406,000 - 486,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual/Privilege leave

Casual leave

Provident Fund

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Commonwealth War Graves Commission is recruiting a Gardener for Delhi War Cemetery. The role supports the Head Gardener in maintaining the cemetery grounds to high standards, performing general horticultural tasks and ensuring a respectful environment for visitors.

You will work full time (44 hours per week) at Kirkee War Cemetery, Pune area in India. The CWGC offers benefits including leave, Provident Fund and life/medical insurance, with a strong focus on CARE values.

Qualifications

• Previous gardening or grounds maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out horticultural maintenance activities including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, planting and general grounds upkeep.
• Assist with cemetery renovation and landscaping in line with Commission standards and best practices.
• Maintain horticultural equipment and machinery, including basic servicing, cleaning and minor repairs.
• Monitor cemetery grounds and report any defects or safety concerns to management.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and promote safe working practices at all times.
• Support the Head Gardener and team in delivering high-quality horticultural services across the cemetery.

Job description

Location: Kirkee War Cemetery, India
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: INR 39,960 total gross pay per month, depending upon skills and experience
Hours: Full Time, 44 hours per week

About this Role and You

As a global organisation, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) operates in over 150 countries and territories and 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 around the world.

Today, over a century later, our staff, supporters and volunteers continue this important mission by preserving our unique cultural, horticultural and architectural heritage and ensuring the stories of those who served are remembered.
We are excited to be recruiting a Gardener to join our team at Delhi War Cemetery.

In this role, you will support the Head Gardener and wider horticultural team in maintaining the cemetery grounds to the high standards expected by the Commission. You will undertake a variety of horticultural, grounds maintenance and caretaking activities, helping to preserve the dignity, beauty and heritage of the cemetery while ensuring a respectful environment for visitors.
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 bringing these values to life every day for ourselves, each other, and those we commemorate.

Key Responsibilities

As a Gardener, you will:

• Carry out horticultural maintenance activities including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, planting and general grounds upkeep.
• Assist with cemetery renovation and landscaping activities in accordance with Commission standards and horticultural best practices.
• Maintain horticultural equipment and machinery, including basic servicing, cleaning and minor repairs.
  Monitor cemetery grounds and report any defects, environmental concerns or maintenance issues to management.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and promote safe working practices at all times.
• Support the Head Gardener and wider team in delivering high-quality horticultural services across the cemetery.
• Assist with the care and presentation of memorials, gardens and landscaped areas to ensure they remain welcoming and well maintained.
• Represent the Commission professionally when interacting with visitors, contractors and members of the public.
• Stand in for the Head Gardener when required, assisting with the coordination of resources and daily activities.

You Will Be Able to Demonstrate

• Literacy in your first language and the willingness to learn and apply the Commission's horticultural practices and standards.
• Previous gardening, grounds maintenance or horticultural experience.
• Strong practical and manual skills with a proactive approach to work.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Good organisational and time management abilities.
• Sound judgement and decision‑making skills within established procedures.
• A strong sense of service delivery and personal accountability.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
• A commitment to health, safety and safe working practices.
• Alignment with the Commission's values of CARE (Commitment, Ambition, Respect and Excellence)

What we Offer:

• 16 Annual/Privilege leave days and 12 Casual leave days
• Contributory Provident Fund
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance

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.