Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Section Head Deep Geological Repository for Radioactive Waste 80 - 100%
- 12 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join the Baudirektion Kanton Zürich as a Sektionsleiter/-in! Be part of a unique project for deep geological storage of radioactive waste.
Tasks
- Lead the cantonal project for the radioactive waste deep storage.
- Manage a team and maintain contacts with key stakeholders.
- Engage in working groups to address technical and socio-economic issues.
Skills
- Degree in natural or engineering sciences with project experience.
- Strong communication skills with professionals and the public.
- Ability to develop concepts and review technical reports.
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About the job
look closely | develop | act
Building Department Canton of Zurich
80 - 100%
Immediate start or by arrangement
Section Head Deep Geological Repository for Radioactive Waste
The geological deep repository for Switzerland's radioactive waste is to be established in the Canton of Zurich. The interests and concerns of the canton in connection with this responsible task are represented by the Building Department. Coordination of the tasks takes place at the Office for Waste, Water, Energy and Air (AWEL).
Your tasks
You will take on the cantonal project management for the deep repository, lead a team of three employees,
maintain close contact with political decision-makers, experts from other cantons and various stakeholders, and contribute – partly in a leading role – to various working groups.
maintain close contact with political decision-makers, experts from other cantons and various stakeholders, and contribute – partly in a leading role – to various working groups.
Your profile
For this, as well as for the creation of concepts and the review of technical reports, you will apply your scientific or engineering basic education and professional experience in complex projects as well as in leading a team. Your interest in technical, legal and socio-economic issues in the environmental and energy sector, as well as your skill in dealing with experts and laypeople, can be competently applied at the interface between technology and society.
What to expect
Dynamic environment
Unique, interdisciplinary major project
Unique, interdisciplinary major project
Your contact
Matthias Möller
Head of Energy Department
+41 43 259 42 77
Head of Energy Department
+41 43 259 42 77
Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications that are associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.
About us
The Office for Waste, Water, Energy and Air is committed to a healthy, safe and attractive environment in the Canton of Zurich. We ensure the protection and sustainable use of the natural resources in the Canton of Zurich. As a supervisory authority, we ensure the supply of clean drinking water and electrical energy, the environmentally sound disposal of waste and wastewater, and protection against flooding. For this, 270 employees are committed day by day.
Do you want to leave a mark? If you engage with us at the Building Department, you will shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.
Do you want to leave a mark? If you engage with us at the Building Department, you will shape the face of the Canton of Zurich. We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.
We offer…
Scope for design
Responsible activity
Network
Your application process
Pre-selection
First interview
Second interview
Presentation to the Building Director
Final decision
