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Meteorologist (m/f)

Office fédéral de météorologie et de climatologie MétéoSuisse

Employment type
Full-time
Location
Zurich-Aéroport
Company
Office fédéral de météorologie et de climatologie MétéoSuisse, Krähbühlstrasse 58, 8044 Zürich
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Zurich-Aéroport, Suisse \| 90-90% What you can contribute to <br /> • Ensure operational service (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) according to the duty roster at the meteorological center • Assume responsibility for meteorological monitoring, issuing alerts, developing products and providing meteorological advice to specific users according to the work plan or as instructed • Ensure communication with clients and partner organizations, and advise them • Write articles, blogs and social media contributions and conduct video conference, phone or on-site briefings • Assume the role of service provider after basic internal training • Assume additional tasks by agreement (e.g. in the context of projects or committees) <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • University degree (master) with in-depth specialized knowledge in meteorology; meet the BIP-M requirements (for more details, see the required skills on the MétéoSuisse website, Basic Instruction Package for Meteorologists according to WMO manual No. 1083) • Enjoy working in a team; willingness and physical ability to work according to variable schedules (including early morning, late evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts) • Mental agility and stress resistance (ability to make quick and informed decisions in dynamic situations); high integrity, reliability and impeccable reputation • Excellent written and spoken German and good active knowledge of a second official language (preferably French) as well as passive knowledge of the third official language; good communication and writing skills in English are also required (WMO aviation requirements) • Excellent skills and interest in communication activities for different target groups on various channels (media, blogs, social networks, briefings) • Additional qualifications appreciated: link to aviation, good knowledge of climate and climate change, experience or interest in project management, journalistic experience or affinity with social media <br /> In a few words As a meteorologist (m/f) working in shifts (24 hours a day, 7 days a week), you are responsible for the analysis, creation and timely communication of high-quality forecasts and alerts for aviation, the military, authorities and the general public. You work in a highly qualified and motivated team and, together with it, you add great value to our clients, partner organizations and the general public and society. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. • Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different viewpoints. • Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> The Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology (MétéoSuisse) is the Swiss national meteorological service. We collect meteorological and climatological data and make forecasts for our country. We contribute sustainably to the well-being of the population and provide useful services to the economy, science and the environment. The offices of the Federal Department of the Interior (DFI) are committed to ensuring good working conditions and investing in the health of their employees. They have received the Friendly Work Space label. Additional information The first interviews are scheduled for August 20, 2026. Questions about the position Melanie Ruosch Team Leader Forecasting and Aeronautical Meteorology Center +41 58 460 94 93 Questions about the application Nicole Gianotti HR Business Partner +41 58 460 95 04

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