Road Maintenance Worker and Driver

About the job

SPCH153

Department of Bridges and Roads (SPCH) - Maintenance Office (OENT)
The OENT of the SPCH is responsible for ensuring the viability and sustainability of the road network in the canton of Neuchâtel, guaranteeing and improving user safety as well as planning and carrying out road development and heavy maintenance works.

Your tasks
As part of your role within the OENT Maintenance Division 2, you will work as part of a team performing various roadworks such as maintaining road surfaces and green spaces, snow clearance and salting of roads during the winter period, as well as minor civil engineering and masonry works.
You will also contribute to the maintenance of watercourses by working on their banks and associated structures.
Other tasks may complement your activities, including maintenance and works around buildings used by the service.

Your profile
You have experience in maintenance work related to green spaces or civil engineering. The ability to drive heavy vehicles is an advantage.
You enjoy outdoor activities and demonstrate a true team spirit, while adapting to variable working hours, especially during the winter period.
Comfortable with the demands of an on-call service, you know how to make decisions when necessary. Good physical condition is essential, with a medical examination planned before your appointment.
You hold a category B or BE driving licence, ideally complemented by a category C or CE heavy vehicle licence. If not, you are motivated to obtain this during employment, with financial support from the service.
Your home is located close to the workplace, allowing you to respond quickly if needed.

We offer you

• A varied role within a forward-looking public organisation.
• A stimulating, dynamic and meaningful working environment.
• Integration within a competent and committed team.

Information
Mr Guillaume Tell, Chief Road Officer, tel. 032 889 73 44

Working for the State

Diversity is a fundamental value that we cultivate with conviction and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of origin, gender or background, feels fully integrated and valued.


Application deadline: 22 September 2026
Salary: Grade 5
Start date: 1 December 2026 or by agreement