Locomotive Mechanic/Shunting Agent - VARO Energy
Cornaux
Key information
- Publication date:20 May 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Place of work:Cornaux
Job summary
At VARO, we empower energy solutions for a connected society. Join us for a dynamic workplace fostering innovation and safety.
Tasks
- Operate locomotives for efficient wagon transfers at the refinery.
- Organize wagon sorting to optimize on-site rail traffic management.
- Ensure compliance with RID regulations during loading preparations.
Skills
- Technical CFC and willingness to obtain locomotive permit A40.
- Strong technical skills for effective manual tasks.
- Fluent in French, both written and spoken.
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Who are we?
At VARO, we believe in the power of energy. Energy enables our society to be mobile, connected, and innovative.
VARO offers a variety of products such as diesel and gasoline, domestic heating oil, fuel oil, and more. The priority of our energy business is to continue operating safely and reliably, reduce carbon intensity, and ensure the essential energy security for our customers.
Our Cressier (NE) refinery is an important energy supplier in Switzerland, supplying the national market with high-quality products. Our employees challenge industry standards daily to meet the growing demand for clean energy solutions.
About the job:
Within the "Operations" department, the locomotive mechanic/shunting agent is responsible for ensuring the transfer of empty and loaded wagons from the refinery to the Cornaux station, according to the daily transport plan.
They also perform all necessary shunting for sorting, tarage, weighing, placement, and train formation on the company's railway network.
What awaits you!
Drive the locomotive and ensure the efficient transfer of wagons between the refinery and Cornaux station, guaranteeing smooth and secure logistics
Orchestrate the sorting of wagons on the internal yard, optimizing the organization of rail traffic on site
Prepare wagons precisely for the unloading of additives and intermediate products, ensuring strict application of RID rules for impeccable compliance
Vary the tasks by alternately taking on the responsibilities of shunting agent and locomotive mechanic, ensuring versatility and expertise in the field
Contribute to the diversity of operations by regularly covering the loading operator position, thus offering more flexibility to teams and promoting the development of varied skills
Be a key player in safety and quality, embodying and enforcing the highest standards in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment
Qualifications:
Federal VET diploma in a technical field
Holding the A40 locomotive license is an asset or willingness to undergo training to obtain the A40 license
Proven experience in professional use of computer tools
This position requires shift work, alternating - morning shift (05:20-13:35) - evening shift (13:25 to 21:40), Monday to Friday, as well as about 1 Saturday per month on the morning shift.
About you:
You know how to manage your time and unexpected events calmly and efficiently
You are a driving force in the team, actively collaborating to achieve ambitious goals
Your sense of responsibility allows you to be a reference in respecting processes and the quality of work accomplished
Your technical skills enable you to perform manual tasks confidently and efficiently
You have a good command of spoken and written French
Among VARO's benefits:
A permanent employment contract
Advantageous and competitive working conditions and social benefits
Opportunities for continuous training and internal career development
Benefit from mutual support within a dynamic team
Want to join us?
Send us your application file (CV, cover letter, copies of diplomas and work certificates)
