Vocational Trainer Geomatics 70 - 80%

About the job

looking ahead | shaping | preserving

Building Department Canton of Zurich

70 - 80%

From September 2026

Vocational Trainer Geomatics

Are you fascinated by data, maps and everything related to geographic information? Would you like to pass on your enthusiasm to our four geomatics apprentices and accompany and support them on their path to becoming future specialists? Then you are in the right place with us!

Your tasks

• You are the central contact person for our geomatics apprentices specialising in geoinformatics and enjoy supporting them in their training
• You coordinate all administrative tasks related to vocational education and training, ensure training places and work closely with our practical trainers
• You ensure that the goals defined in the curriculum are achieved
• You accompany and support the apprentices during the qualification procedure
• You take on tasks in practical training and support the apprentices in developing and implementing exciting GIS projects

Your profile

• Completed training as a geomatician EFZ or equivalent training and several years of professional experience in the field of geoinformation
• Further training as a vocational trainer or willingness to complete this alongside work
• Experience in the use of desktop and web GIS products such as Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise or QGIS

Our offer

We work collegially, straightforwardly and with fun in the team. Compatibility of work and private life is an important part of our culture. We are even certified with the "AND" label for this. Flexible working hours are as natural to us as the opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

Your contact

Priska Haller

Head of Department Geoinformation / Deputy Head of Office

priska.haller@bd.zh.ch

Head of Department Geoinformation / Deputy Head of Office

priska.haller@bd.zh.ch

Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications that are associated with fee claims. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.

About us

The Office for Spatial Development (ARE) is the cantonal specialist office for spatial planning, geoinformation and cultural heritage preservation. It contributes to promoting the quality of location of the living and economic area of Zurich and creates the conditions for attractive settlement and landscape areas. In addition, the ARE provides spatial data and preserves the cultural heritage of the Canton of Zurich.

Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.

Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.

We offer…

Lunch voucher

Meaningful work

Scope for creativity

Responsible activity

Interaction on equal terms

Your application process

Pre-selection

First interview online

Second interview with business case

Final decision