Shift Relief Operator KVA (100%)
Stadt Winterthur
Winterthur
Key information
- Publication date:01 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Winterthur
Job summary
Join the KVA Winterthur team in a vital role! Help us convert waste into energy.
Tasks
- Ensure smooth operations of emissions control and energy production.
- Lead and support a shift team in plant monitoring and maintenance.
- Assist in preventive maintenance of mechanical and technical systems.
Skills
- Completed apprenticeship as a mechanic or electrician; advantage if trained in heating plant management.
- Relevant experience in water-steam cycles is essential.
- Flexibility and teamwork are key for this dynamic environment.
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Your Tasks
Depending on operational needs, you will take on the role of plant operator, shift supervisor, or maintenance staff:- As plant operator: Ensure the proper operation of the flue gas cleaning system, the internal wastewater treatment plant, as well as the combustion and boiler system, troubleshoot malfunctions, and ensure optimal use of plant capacities, compliance with emission values, and high energy efficiency
- As shift supervisor: Lead and support the shift team (2 employees), ensure proper operation, monitoring, and maintenance of all plant components as well as optimal electricity and district heating production, conduct inspection rounds, prepare operational reports, enforce accident and malfunction prevention regulations through proactive work preparation.
- As maintenance staff in day service: Assist with preventive maintenance and servicing of mechanical and building services systems of the KVA and district heating, as well as annual overhauls of the two incineration lines
Your Profile
- Completed apprenticeship as a mechanic or electrician or equivalent, further training as a heating plant operator is an advantage
- Several years of relevant experience, especially in the water-steam cycle
- High willingness for irregular shift work and also short-term flexibility in time
- Good physical condition, calm and focused working style even under hectic conditions
- Team orientation, helpfulness, and networked, solution-oriented thinking
What We Offer
- At least 5 weeks of vacation
- Additional vacation purchase possible
- Diverse training opportunities
- Paid breaks
- Further benefits can be found on our website.
Contact
Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by Stefan Hoppe, Production Manager KVA, +41 52 267 31 83.Learn more? https://stadt.winterthur.ch/
We look forward to your online application.
