Hydrometry Specialist (m/f/d)

About the job

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Office for Water and Energy (AWE) is dedicated to safe and intact waters, flood and natural hazard protection, the protection and sustainable use of rivers, streams, lakes, and groundwater, the rational and efficient use of energy, and climate protection.

The Hydrometry Section at AWE is responsible for the quantitative recording of the water cycle and operates a measurement network with over 100 stations on surface waters and groundwater.

We are looking for a

Hydrometry Specialist (m/f/d)

for our team in the Department of Construction and Environment from 1 August or by arrangement

Workload: 50%

Workplace: St. Gallen

What to expect

• Responsibility for managing hydrometry data in the environmental database ensuring high data availability (currently: WISKI, Kisters company)
• Validation and evaluation of data as well as ensuring long-term high data quality
• Independent execution of maintenance and inspection work at measurement stations and coordination of construction and conversion work in cooperation with external partners
• Conducting own flow measurements as well as checking external flow measurements and surveying bases of the measurement stations
• Supporting internal and external bodies with hydrological questions and projects related to the measurement stations

What distinguishes you

• University degree in geography, hydrology, or environmental sciences
• Solid expertise and professional experience in hydrology
• Basic knowledge of the R programming language
• Confidence in using MS Office products and openness to new technologies
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style within a team
• Fieldwork capable and manual skills
• Driving licence category B

What we offer

• A challenging professional activity with scope for creativity
• Diverse and exciting tasks in a dynamic field
• A modern equipped workplace and regular fieldwork in the canton of St. Gallen
• A collegial working atmosphere and a supportive team
• Flexible working time models and individual training opportunities

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Further information from:

Marcel Schirmer, Head of Hydrometry Section, Telephone 058 229 31 00