Kanton St. Gallen
St.Gallen
a Head of Building Services (m/f/d)
- 14 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
- St.Gallen
About the job
As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society in the cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services, our work affects all areas of life, be it education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture and finance. Through our meaningful work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.As part of an early succession arrangement, we are looking for a Head of Building Services (m/f/d) from 1 January 2027 or by agreement
a Head of Building Services (m/f/d)
- Professional and personnel management of the building services team
- Coordination and planning of workflows
- Monitoring and maintenance of school buildings, outdoor facilities, technical equipment and furniture
- Assistance in cleaning, care and maintenance services as well as mutual substitution, including evenings and weekends
- Monitoring and operation of various systems
- Responsibility for budget monitoring and procurement of materials
- Support in organising and conducting events
- Completed craft or technical vocational training
- Ideally further training as a caretaker with a federal professional certificate or a comparable qualification
- Proven leadership experience
- Very good knowledge in ICT and multimedia
- At least five years of professional experience in building maintenance (ideally in school facilities)
- Service-oriented and courteous interaction with pupils, teachers and employees
- Good knowledge of German (spoken and written)
- Responsible and varied activity in a dynamic environment
- Collegial and appreciative working atmosphere
- Modern workplace with employment conditions according to cantonal guidelines
