Hazardous Material Decontamination Engineer (SCE-SAM-CE-2026-169-LD) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Introduction
You will contribute to hazardous materials decontamination activities and civil engineering works and projects across CERN’s buildings and underground infrastructures.
In this role, you manage the preparation, coordination and follow-up of interventions, working closely with engineers, technicians, consultants and contractors to ensure safe and compliant operations.
- Introduction
- You will contribute to hazardous materials decontamination activities and civil engineering works and projects across CERN’s buildings and underground infrastructures.
Application process
- We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 06.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions
- Contract type: Limited duration contract (3 years).
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite This position involves:
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence.
Company and context
- Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.
- Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
- Exposure to asbestos.
- Exposure to lead.
- Exposure to carcinogens, mutagens or agents toxic to reproduction.
- Radiation worker, category A.
- Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job grade: 6-7 Job reference: SCE-SAM-CE-2026-169-LD Field of work: Civil Engineering Benchmark Job Title: Civil Engineer Global Benefits
- A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
Additional details
- You will join the Civil Engineering section (CE) within the Site Asset Management (SAM) Group.
- Certification as a pollutant removal specialist, compliant with Swiss regulations and registered with SUVA and ideally a valid certification in "SS3 Technical Management" in accordance with French regulations and labour code.
- Experience in concrete and steel structure works would be an asset. Technical competencies:
- Cost and schedule management. Behavioural competencies:
- Working in Teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
- Spoken and written French, with a commitment to learn English. Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 06.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job reference: SCE-SAM-CE-2026-169-LD Field of work: Civil Engineering Benchmark Job Title: Civil Engineer
Notes and original content
- Experience:
- Experience in concrete and steel structure works would be an asset.
- Technical competencies:
- Cost and schedule management.
- Behavioural competencies:
- Language skills:
- Spoken and written French, with a commitment to learn English.
- Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 06.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST .
- Employment Conditions
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
CERN lists CHF 60'500 - 91'500 gross per year for this position in Genève. 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 CERN 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 CERN 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 Geneva?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Geneva 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 Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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