Specialist in structural groundwater protection 80-100%

Start date: 01.12.2026 or by arrangement Work location: Bern Do you want to actively contribute to the protection of our drinking water resources? Then you have come to the right place: In this exciting, responsible role, you will ensure that construction and planning projects have no negative impact on our groundwater. You will effectively implement the legal basis. In doing so, you will make an essential contribution to sustainable groundwater protection in the Canton of Bern. Your tasks <br /> • technical assessment of construction and planning projects with regard to rainwater infiltration, interventions in groundwater, as well as projects in groundwater protection zones • preparing statements and issuing water protection permits • advising municipalities, authorities, water utilities, and private individuals regarding structural groundwater protection • collaborating on exciting special projects as well as providing technical support for complex construction projects relevant to groundwater protection <br /> Your profile <br /> • Education: University degree as an environmental engineer, geologist, civil engineer, or comparable scientific education • Experience: Several years of practical experience in rainwater disposal, in (hydro-)geology, or civil engineering • Language skills: Very good German skills in speaking and writing as well as good French skills • Enthusiasm for groundwater protection • committed, team-oriented personality who maintains an overview even in hectic moments • strong decision-making and organizational skills, quick comprehension <br /> We offer you <br /> • varied tasks with responsibility and creative freedom • dynamic environment in which the field of expertise is constantly evolving • individual induction and targeted further training in the field of groundwater protection • possibility to work partially from home • work location near the Rosengarten in Bern <br /> Contact Please submit your application online via the job portal of the Canton of Bern. Amt für Wasser und Abfall The AWA is responsible for water supply, wastewater disposal, waste management, as well as water use and water protection in the Canton of Bern. https://www.bvd.be.ch/awa