Heizwerkführer*in Kehrichtverwertungsanlage — Stadt Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
In this function, you monitor the operation of our waste recycling plant and make the right decisions with your know-how in the event of any abnormalities.
With your commitment, you also contribute to achieving the climate goals of the city of Zurich, make an important contribution to a functioning circular economy and assume responsibility in one of the largest, modern urban service departments.
Ready for a job with meaning?
- In this function, you monitor the operation of our waste recycling plant and make the right decisions with your know-how in the event of any abnormalities.
- With your commitment, you also contribute to achieving the climate goals of the city of Zurich, make an important contribution to a functioning circular economy and assume responsibility in one of the largest, modern urban service departments.
- You control and monitor the demanding plant operation in 3-shift operation via process control system (PLS), initiate measures in case of deviations and keep a production journal.
- You carry out checks and functional checks of individual plant areas, put individual subsystems or entire plant parts into or out of operation, implement plant activations and document your procedure.
Main responsibilities
- You control and monitor the demanding plant operation in 3-shift operation via process control system (PLS), initiate measures in case of deviations and keep a production journal.
- You carry out checks and functional checks of individual plant areas, put individual subsystems or entire plant parts into or out of operation, implement plant activations and document your procedure.
- You are the first point of contact for information of any kind (alerts, disturbances, events), do it yourself or forward it and request maintenance work using IH software.
- You are responsible for accepting equipment and loading residues from the combustion process. Profile
- Mechanical or electrical vocational training (EFZ level) as well as further training as a heating plant guide with federal certificate or willingness to complete this further training with our support
- Several years of professional experience in a shift operation, advantageous in the field of process engineering (thermal) plants
Application process
- Experience working with a process control system as well as good PC application knowledge (MS-Office)
- Willingness to familiarize yourself with our complex waste recycling plant and the different processes as well as enjoying an independent, self-responsible activity We offer Generous mobility contribution Food allowance Equal pay Above-average social benefits Careful familiarization with your work A modern, down-to-earth and future-oriented working environment Maternity leave: 16 weeks paid Paternity leave: 20 paid days
- Three days of care for your sick child without a holiday deduction
- Development opportunities through urban education ERZ Sportclub About us
- With around 1,000 employees, ERZ is one of the largest service departments in the city of Zurich and operates in an exciting environment at the pulse of time.
- We are modern, down-to-earth, open-minded, all per you and want to make a difference.
- Together we are committed to a clean, innovative and sustainable Zurich.
Additional details
- You are responsible for accepting equipment and loading residues from the combustion process.
- Willingness to familiarize yourself with our complex waste recycling plant and the different processes as well as enjoying an independent, self-responsible activity Generous mobility contribution Above-average social benefits Careful familiarization with your work A modern, down-to-earth and future-oriented working environment Maternity leave: 16 weeks paid Paternity leave: 20 paid days
- Development opportunities through urban education
Notes and original content
- Willingness to familiarize yourself with our complex waste recycling plant and the different processes as well as enjoying an independent, self-responsible activity
- Generous mobility contribution
- Food allowance
- Above-average social benefits
- Careful familiarization with your work
- A modern, down-to-earth and future-oriented working environment
- Maternity leave: 16 weeks paid
- Paternity leave: 20 paid days
- ERZ Sportclub
Questions about this listing
What salary does Stadt Zürich offer for this role?
Stadt Zürich lists CHF 83'000 - 126'000 gross per year for this position in Zürich. 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 Stadt Zürich offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Stadt Zürich during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich 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 Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Stadt Zürich?
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