Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Consultant Specialist Unit Occupational Health and Safety, fixed-term until the end of March 2028 80 - 100%
- 03 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the Volkswirtschaftsdirektion in Zurich as a Berater/in for workplace health protection until July 2028. Embrace a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and professional growth.
Tasks
- Advise and support companies on health management practices.
- Conduct risk assessments related to psychosocial hazards at work.
- Manage web presence and engage with internal and external partners.
Skills
- Completion of vocational training with higher education in HR or public health.
- Strong organizational skills and independent work ethic.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German.
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About the job
Consultant Specialist Unit Occupational Health and Safety, fixed-term until the end of March 2028 80 - 100%The Department of Economic Affairs is committed to attractive and competitive framework conditions for companies and employees. Job seekers are supported and empowered by the Department of Economic Affairs. The department enables diverse, connected and future-oriented mobility in the economic and living area of Zurich. The goals are high location quality, attractive jobs and thus prosperity for all. Join us in this effort!
At the Office for Economy (AWI), we are committed to an attractive, leading and future-oriented Canton of Zurich. In the interest of companies and the population, we identify economic needs for action and make effective contributions to sustainably develop the economic location Zurich. Our core services aim to create optimal economic framework conditions while implementing applicable law in accordance with the legislator's intent.
The Labour Inspectorate is committed to safe and healthy working conditions in the Canton of Zurich. We support companies in implementing labour law regulations and make an important contribution to protecting employees through advice, control and prevention.
For the project "Specialist Unit Occupational Health and Safety", initially limited until the end of March 2028, we are looking for a Consultant Specialist Unit Occupational Health and Safety starting October 2026 or by agreement.
Your tasks:
- Advising and supporting companies regarding occupational health management
- Conducting risk assessments in the area of occupational psychosocial risks and initiating appropriate improvement measures as needed
- Very independent and self-organised work with challenging advisory situations
- Responsibility for website management and social media presence
- Active collaboration with internal and external offices
Your profile:
- Completed vocational training, with higher education or further training, e.g. in HR, occupational health and safety, occupational health management, ASGS specialists, studies in work or health psychology / public health
- Several years of professional experience in advisory situations in occupational health and safety
- Sound knowledge of legal regulations, standards and measures for the prevention of work-related health risks (occupational health and safety)
- Strong organisational skills to plan and carry out own workflows, including time management, prioritisation and travel coordination for on-site appointments
- Fluent oral and written expression in German, foreign language skills are an advantage
- Confident and assertive manner, high social competence, resilience and assertiveness
- Proficient in IT applications such as MS Office, databases, etc.
We offer:
A lot! A varied and dynamic working environment with a demanding role and high personal responsibility as well as the opportunity to contribute to a safe and healthy economic location. Careful induction, home office and contributions to meal costs (lunch voucher) are a matter of course for us. Your workplace? A few minutes’ walk from Zurich-Altstetten station or on site with your clients in the Canton of Zurich.
Curious? Dr Milena Wütschert, Head of the Specialist Unit Occupational Health and Safety, +41 43 259 91 33, will be happy to provide you with further information. We look forward to your application!
Learn more about us at www.zh.ch/vd
