Regional Forest Engineer and Specialist in Protective Structures
- 11 June 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Zuoz
About the job
Together for Graubünden
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is economically, culturally and politically diverse. Graubünden, with 7106 km², is the largest canton in Switzerland and offers a high quality of life with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 holiday resorts and countless sunny days per year. The Cantonal Administration of Graubünden is as versatile as our landscape. Bring your unique skills and help shape the future of the Cantonal Administration of Graubünden with us.
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is economically, culturally and politically diverse. Graubünden, with 7106 km², is the largest canton in Switzerland and offers a high quality of life with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 holiday resorts and countless sunny days per year. The Cantonal Administration of Graubünden is as versatile as our landscape. Bring your unique skills and help shape the future of the Cantonal Administration of Graubünden with us.
Regional Forest Engineer and Specialist in Protective Structures
Office for Forest and Natural Hazards | 80-100 % | Zuoz
The Office for Forest and Natural Hazards (AWN) is the cantonal specialist office for the forest and protection against natural hazards. The employees of the AWN advocate for the needs of society regarding the forest and ensure that the forest is managed sustainably.
You ensure that the Grisons forest
- can protect people, animals and infrastructure,
- is a habitat for diverse animal and plant species,
- is a raw material supplier of wood, water and energy,
- can continue to be a recreational and leisure area for people.
We are looking for a Regional Forest Engineer and Specialist in Protective Structures (80-100 %) starting 1 November 2026 or by arrangement.
Your area of responsibility
- As a Regional Forest Engineer, you will be responsible for the assigned municipality of Bregaglia: enforcement of federal and cantonal forest legislation; ensuring the best possible fulfilment of forest functions
- As a Specialist in Protective Structures, you will lead relevant projects in the South Grisons region: design of protective structures based on current natural hazard data; independent project planning and supervision of external planning work until the realisation of protective structure projects; coordination of inspections, maintenance and repair of protective structures in the region
What we expect from you
- Degree as Forest Engineer ETH or FH, or Master’s degree in Environmental Natural Sciences ETH with a focus on Forest and Landscape Management
- Solid silvicultural knowledge
- Experience and good knowledge in the planning and realisation of protective structures against gravitational natural hazards; proficient handling of procurement as well as integrated risk management for natural hazards in the Swiss context
- General working languages are German and Italian; good knowledge of several cantonal languages is an advantage
What you can look forward to
- A meaningful role with direct connection to the forest as well as integrated risk management for natural hazards, nature and technology
- Independent work in a committed and collegial team
- Scope for creativity and development opportunities
- Modern working conditions
We look forward to receiving your online application and to getting to know you.
For professional questions, Gian Cla Feuerstein, Regional Manager South Grisons, phone +41 81 257 50 90, gian.cla.feuerstein@awn.gr.ch is happy to assist you.
For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Ines Scherrer, Administrative Assistant/HR Manager, phone +41 81 257 38 77, ines.scherrer@awn.gr.ch
Application deadline: 5 July 2026
