Manager of hydroelectric facilities

• 15 September 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Le Châtelard-Village

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HYDRO Exploitation SA is a leading service provider active mainly in the operation and maintenance of electrical production facilities. Under one roof, we bring together all the specific skills of our profession, from maintenance personnel to engineering.

We operate a fleet of works comprising more than 40 hydroelectric power plants with an installed capacity of approximately 22% of the Swiss hydroelectric fleet (25% including pumping). Together, these facilities produce nearly 16% of Swiss hydroelectric energy.

Thanks to our unique expertise, we offer high-value-added services meeting the varied needs of our clients, as well as the most demanding quality standards. Our service portfolio is aimed at electric companies, public authorities, transport companies, as well as industries. We are mainly active in Switzerland and intervene occasionally abroad.

Manager of hydroelectric facilities #

Workplace: Le Châtelard-Village, Nant de Drance plant

Your mission: ##

With a team of more than 25 people, you ensure the management of assigned facilities, guaranteeing optimal and efficient operation in compliance with the company's certifications and good relations with the outside world.

Your responsibilities: ##

• Guarantee the safety of people, property and the environment, as well as compliance with safety directives and measures
• Ensure project management and their realization in compliance with costs, deadlines and quality
• Manage and develop the personnel of the Hydroelectric Operation Group (GEH)
• Organize work by ensuring optimal occupancy of female and male employees
• Operate and maintain the assigned production and distribution facilities, in compliance with budgetary provisions and production and performance objectives
• Propose operating and investment budgets

Your skills: ##

• CFC as an electrician, automation technician, mechanic or equivalent trade, with a federal diploma as a maintenance manager or HES engineer in the mentioned fields
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the field of hydroelectric production or in industry, in a similar function
• Proven experience in personnel management
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to master emergency situations and workload fluctuations
• Very good mastery of IT tools

We offer attractive working conditions and a pleasant atmosphere, supported by corporate values. In a stimulating environment, you have the possibility to contribute to the operation and development of HYDRO.

If this challenge interests you, send us your complete application file (Cover letter, CV, diplomas, certificates) via our online portal. Deadline: 15 October. For more information, the HR team is at your disposal: Write an email