Network Development Sector Manager 80-100%

We are the Valais company called to become one of the Swiss leaders in hydroelectric production. With more than 140 highly qualified employees, we actively contribute to the energy transition and the security of supply of 100% renewable, decarbonized, and indigenous electricity serving Valais and Switzerland. As part of the creation of a new sector within the Network department, we are recruiting a: Network Development Sector Manager 80-100% Your mission In this role, you are responsible for the steering and coordination of the strategic development of the Valais high voltage (HV) network. You ensure the strategic management of the assets of this network, the responsibility for the coordination of connections in the high voltage field as well as contractual aspects. Integrated within the Networks department, you guarantee the direction and development of the sector. In this capacity, you resolutely orient the sector towards the strategic development of the network and the project portfolio. You plan and develop the necessary resources, specifically encourage the development of employee skills – particularly in the field of Asset Management –, actively participate in the management of the Networks department and directly support the department manager. You ensure close coordination with various partners such as Swissgrid, Valgrid, distribution network operators, producers, industrial partners, customers, as well as authorities. You steer the development of the high voltage network with an emphasis on security of supply as well as on the integration of the necessary long-term strategic capacities. Among your other responsibilities are conducting studies related to network development, monitoring connection requests as well as managing connection and network use contracts. Furthermore, you are responsible for the management of contracts related to simple companies regarding key assets. Your profile EPF / HES engineering degree in electrical engineering or training deemed equivalent, ideally with an EMBA At least 5-7 years of experience in the development and strategic asset management of electrical networks Proven experience in team leadership Experience in the HV network field is an asset Experience in managing multidisciplinary HV projects Very good communication and negotiation skills Leadership ability and sense of responsibility Sense of organization and planning (initiative, proactivity, sense of anticipation) Perseverance, reliability and flexibility French or German native language with a very good mastery of the other language (C1 level), very good mastery of English (C1 level) also Why join us? A multidisciplinary, open and dynamic team looks forward to working with you. Your occupancy rate is 80 to 100%. Your place of work can be Chalais, Sion, Martigny or Naters. We also offer: Flexibility and balance: annualized working time and possibility of teleworking. Attractive conditions: 5 weeks of vacation, 14 public holidays and a variable part linked to collective objectives. Social benefits: preferential contributions to the pension fund and excellent conditions regarding social insurance. Professional development: active support for continuous training Apply now! Send your application via Jobup under "Apply quickly". We look forward to reading from you! Questions? Contact the Human Resources of FMV at or by e-mail. jpid86c68c1jm jpit0626jm jpiy26jm