An engineer in structural improvements (60%) — Canton du Valais
- Location
- Sion
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Role overview
An engineer in structural improvements (60%) with the Agriculture Department, Office for Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion) Your tasks:
You support public authorities, corporations, municipalities and farmers in the planning, modernization and implementation of agricultural and alpine infrastructure You lead alpine sustainable development projects that integrate the challenges of climate change adaptation and sustainable natural resource management You ensure the technical, administrative and financial monitoring of the projects, as well as the procedures for the approval and grant of cantonal and federal financial aid You advise project leaders and coordinate interventions with the authorities, relevant services and relevant partners You contribute to the development of public policies for the resilience of rural areas and to the evolution of the Office's practices and tools (numerization, GIS, data management)
- An engineer in structural improvements (60%) with the Agriculture Department, Office for Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion) Your tasks:
- You support public authorities, corporations, municipalities and farmers in the planning, modernization and implementation of agricultural and alpine infrastructure You lead alpine sustainable development projects that integrate the challenges of climate change adaptation and sustainable natural resource management You ensure the technical, administrative and financial monitoring of the projects, as well as the procedures for the approval and grant of cantonal and federal financial aid You advise project leaders and coordinate interventions with the authorities, relevant services and relevant partners You contribute to the development of public policies for the resilience of rural areas and to the evolution of the Office's practices and tools (numerization, GIS, data management)
Contacts
- Post information: Cantonal Agricultural Service (027 606 75 00) Posting desired online: www.vs.ch/jobs or sending offers: Human Resources Service, Place St-Théodule 15, 1951 Sion Deadline for application: August 7, 2026 / Reference Number: 111893
Company and context
- HES or EPF degree in rural engineering, civil engineering, geomatics, environment or equivalent training High interest in agricultural infrastructure and rural development Knowledge of agricultural structural improvements, land use planning, hydraulics or Alpine infrastructure, an asset Experience or ability to lead projects and coordinate multiple partners Spirit of analysis, sense of responsibility, autonomy and ability to propose pragmatic and innovative solutions Mastering GIS tools (ArcGIS or equivalent) and interest in digital tools Excellent communication skills, sense of organization and ability to work in teams and on the ground French mother tongue with good knowledge of the second official language Entry into office: and October or to be agreed Information:
Additional details
- An engineer in structural improvements (60%) with the Agriculture Department, Office for Structural Improvements, in Châteauneuf (Sion)
- HES or EPF degree in rural engineering, civil engineering, geomatics, environment or equivalent training High interest in agricultural infrastructure and rural development Knowledge of agricultural structural improvements, land use planning, hydraulics or Alpine infrastructure, an asset Experience or ability to lead projects and coordinate multiple partners Spirit of analysis, sense of responsibility, autonomy and ability to propose pragmatic and innovative solutions Mastering GIS tools (ArcGIS or equivalent) and interest in digital tools Excellent communication skills, sense of organization and ability to work in teams and on the ground French mother tongue with good knowledge of the second official language October or to be agreed
Notes and original content
- Your tasks:
- Your profile:
- HES or EPF degree in rural engineering, civil engineering, geomatics, environment or equivalent training High interest in agricultural infrastructure and rural development Knowledge of agricultural structural improvements, land use planning, hydraulics or Alpine infrastructure, an asset Experience or ability to lead projects and coordinate multiple partners Spirit of analysis, sense of responsibility, autonomy and ability to propose pragmatic and innovative solutions Mastering GIS tools (ArcGIS or equivalent) and interest in digital tools Excellent communication skills, sense of organization and ability to work in teams and on the ground French mother tongue with good knowledge of the second official language
- Entry into office:
- October or to be agreed
- Information:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Canton du Valais offer for this role?
Canton du Valais lists CHF 36'300 - 54'900 gross per year for this position in Sion. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Canton du Valais offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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