Head of Technical Building Management (TGM) (m/f/d) – With Responsibility and Heart for Our Buildings

About the job

Head of Technical Building Management (TGM) (m/f/d) – With Responsibility and Heart for Our Buildings

In the Facility Services department of ETH Zurich, we create the optimal conditions for teaching, research and technology transfer. We maintain the buildings and ensure the energy and media supply as well as the technical and infrastructural building management of all rooms used by ETH Zurich.

Do you lead teams with natural authority and always keep an overview even in complex environments? Would you like to apply your many years of experience where teaching and research deliver top performance every day? Then this role could be exactly your next step.

For the Zurich location, we are looking to appoint a Head of Technical Building Management (TGM) in the Data Centre building area as soon as possible.

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Job Description

In this role, you and your team will take responsibility for the technical building management in the Data Centre building area, comprising around 50 properties of ETH Zurich.

• You ensure the safe, economical and trouble-free operation of the building technology systems and are responsible for the planning, control and monitoring of maintenance and repair measures
• You coordinate internal specialists as well as external partner companies and ensure compliance with quality, safety and legal requirements
• In the case of conversions, renovations and technical renewals, you represent the operator’s interests from planning through to implementation, commissioning and acceptance
• Furthermore, you drive the continuous optimisation of processes, building technology and energy efficiency and ensure an up-to-date and complete system documentation using the CAFM system Planon
• You regularly take part in on-call duty and ensure a rapid and professional intervention in the event of faults or incidents

As a manager, you promote and support two specialists in their professional and personal development and create the conditions for successful collaboration.

Profile

• Completed basic training in building technology (HVAC, electrical, sanitation, control, energy)
• Several years of professional and leadership experience in the operation and maintenance of complex building technology systems
• Further training in facility management, maintenance or a comparable field at specialist certificate level or higher
• Sound knowledge in the operation, maintenance and optimisation of technical systems
• Strong sense of responsibility as well as an independent, structured and solution-oriented working style
• High communication and team skills as well as enjoyment in working with internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to regularly participate in on-call duty
• Very good German and good English skills

We Offer

Your profession with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.

Working at the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.

In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability and mutual respect form the foundation of our collaboration. We offer you not only security but also diverse opportunities for further development. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives for you.

• At ETH Zurich, you will find a dynamic, international environment
• You will have scope for design and practical, creative solutions are very welcome
• Flexible, jointly designed working models
• We live: Lifelong Learning
• Benefits such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by ASVZ , childcare, attractive pension benefits etc.

This position offers you the chance to apply your experience meaningfully, grow further and make a real impact.

Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and Sustainability are Important to Us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunities and Diversity webpage , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Work certificates and qualifications

Further information about the Facility Services department can be found on our Facility Services Department
For enquiries, please contact Michael Gantenbein at 044 655 73 66 or michaelgantenbein@ethz.ch (no application documents), who will be happy to assist you.

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For personnel recruitment, the Terms and Conditions of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering fundamental research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. Located in the heart of Europe and connected worldwide, we develop solutions together for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.