Machinist
Glattbrugg
Key information
- Publication date:08 August 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Glattbrugg
Job summary
DB Cargo AG, a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn AG, excels in rail freight. Join us for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic work environment.
Tasks
- Safely and reliably operate freight trains in Switzerland.
- Work within Switzerland and/or Italy for cross-border traffic.
- Demonstrate responsibility and flexibility in your role.
Skills
- Valid Category B driver’s license; experience in Swiss HR practices.
- Strong pressure resistance and autonomous work ethic.
- Advanced Italian and basic German language skills.
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DB Cargo AG is the freight transport subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn AG. As the European market leader in rail freight transport, we are consistently pursuing the international expansion of our network. We provide our services today through our own subsidiaries across Europe. DB Cargo Switzerland, based in Glattbrugg, is part of this network and contributes to the further qualitative and quantitative growth of the network. Are you looking for a diverse HR function focused on payroll processing, system support, and social insurance? You bring experience from Swiss HR practice and want to contribute and make a difference in a modern environment? Then we look forward to getting to know you.
Main tasks
- Safe, reliable, and economical driving of freight trains operated by DB Cargo Switzerland
- Employment within Switzerland and/or Italy in cross-border traffic to Domodossola and Luino
Requirements
- You hold a valid machinist license Cat. B. (CH or EU), additional training as a machinist in Italy is considered an asset
- You are available to work shifts (Monday-Sunday, 24 hours)
- You work responsibly, reliably, and independently
- You bring flexibility and availability
- You have a strong resistance to pressure
- You have an advanced knowledge of written and spoken Italian (at least level B1)
- You have a good knowledge of written and spoken German (at least level A1) or are willing to acquire it in a short time