Head of Automotive Technology Department 100%

Head of Automotive Technology Department 100% #

The Automotive Technology department of the Technische Berufsschule Zürich TBZ is the competence center for the initial and continuing education of automotive and coachbuilding professions. Around 600 apprentices are taught by around 40 teachers. The basic education is supplemented by a diverse range of continuing education offers.

As of 1 March 2027, we are looking for an engaged and strong-willed personality as Head of Automotive Technology Department. The function is performed in a co-leadership model. Together with your leadership partner, you bear responsibility for the personnel, pedagogical, and organizational leadership and further development of the department.

Your tasks ###

You lead and develop the employees, ensure a high-quality and reliable school operation, and are responsible for the personnel and financial resources. At the same time, you further develop the educational offerings together with the stakeholders of vocational training and maintain cooperation with associations, companies, ÜK centers, and other partners. As a member of the extended school management, you also actively shape the development of the TBZ.

Your profile ###

You have several years of teaching and leadership experience at the secondary level II as well as a completed university degree in a field relevant to automotive technology or general education. A teaching diploma for vocational schools is mandatory for appointment as Head of Department. You have already completed school management training or are prepared to complete it promptly. A good network in the automotive industry is an advantage.

We are looking for an upright and decisive personality with strong leadership, communication, and cooperation skills. You know how to lead people, bring different interests together, and implement changes in a goal-oriented manner.

Our offer ###

A large and established vocational school with high professional competence, clear structures, and significant creative freedom awaits you.

Application ###

We look forward to your application. For further information, John Coviello, Rektor TBZ, is at your disposal (Tel. 044 446 96 04, john.coviello@tbz.zh.ch). Please submit your complete application documents via the application link by Monday 19 October 2026 at the latest.
Information about our school can be found at www.tbz.ch.