Project Manager Raw Material Security 100%

You have the expertise. We have the salt.

Life is bland without salt!

The Swiss Saltworks ensure the salt supply for Switzerland on behalf of the cantons and the Principality of Liechtenstein. In doing so, the Swiss Saltworks not only fulfill their supply mandate but also guarantee – especially in harsh winters – flawless mobility for the entire population. If you want to support the Swiss Saltworks in this important task with your know-how and skills, apply now as Project Manager Raw Material Security 100%

Goal of the position: 

Access to and securing salt deposits are of central importance to us. In this versatile and responsible role, you contribute to ensuring that our most important resources will still be available tomorrow. Together with the Head of Raw Material Security, you ensure that spatial planning and legal procedures are well-structured, efficient, and implemented on time.

What you can achieve with us

• 45 % – Management and implementation of approval procedures (spatial planning, land use planning, building permits, brine field planning, land security) for existing and future brine fields
• 25 % – Planning, organizing, and conducting public information events around raw material security
• 10 % – Close collaboration with internal departments (geology, engineering, operations, communications) and external partners for successful project implementation
• 10 % – Stakeholder management: maintaining trusting relationships with authorities, landowners, tenants, residents, and NGOs
• 10 % – Participation in strategic tasks such as further development of the raw material strategy, organization and evaluation of raw material discussions, and management of leased areas in the canton of BL; additionally, you represent the department as a contact person for ecological sustainability in the brine fields

Your qualities as a professional and person

• University degree (Master’s or diploma) in geology, spatial planning, geography, agronomy, environmental/civil engineering, or related fields
• At least 2-3 years of relevant professional experience in a similar environment
• Solid project management know-how (including tools & processes) 
• Good understanding of Swiss spatial planning, geological, and environmental legal contexts
• Ideally knowledge in brine mining, civil engineering, or related areas
• Diplomatic skills, structured working style, convincing communication skills, and enjoyment in dealing with diverse stakeholders

What we offer you

• A responsible, sustainable, and meaningful task with great scope for design
• Interdisciplinary collaboration at the interface of technology, environment, public interest, and authorities
• A collegial working environment and modern employment conditions
• Modern working methods with high personal responsibility
• Workplace in Pratteln with occasional assignments in the Swisshalle and Riburg (Möhlin) brine fields

You are an important link in the team with us. Short decision-making paths and proximity to all management levels make this role an exciting challenge. Don’t miss the chance to get to know us! We look forward not only to your resume but to you as a personality and person!

Ready to secure the future with us?

Then we look forward to your application!