VIE/PANGEO - Energy Manager (M/W)

Veolia Industry Building - Switzerland AG is looking for a VIE/PANGEO - Energy Manager (M/W) in Basel, Switzerland.

🎯 THE MISSION

Step into a critical position that directly supports our O&M contract with Novartis and strengthens our competitive advantage in the energy management market. As Energy Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operations, managing energy efficiency initiatives and building lasting client relationships in a fast-paced, international environment.

Your mission:

✅ Establish and monitor energy efficiency KPIs and performance metrics

✅ Manage energy data across multiple systems and databases

✅ Optimize energy consumption for our pharmaceutical and chemical industry clients

✅ Ensure accurate billing and meter management for customers

✅ Drive business development by showcasing energy management as a key service to new clients

✅ Collaborate internationally with technical teams, clients, and government agencies

💼 YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Energy Performance & Monitoring:

• Establish and monitor KPIs for energy efficiency across client sites

• Prepare and distribute annual energy balance sheets and statistics to federal and cantonal authorities

• Maintain and optimize energy databases and management systems

• Organize monthly readings of energy and wastewater meters for customers

Technical & Operational Management:

• Ensure proper functioning of energy and wastewater meters

• Arrange repairs and replacements for defective meters

• Manage meter decommissioning processes

• Provide data for energy database maintenance

Data & Access Management:

• Maintain relevant databases in the energy management system

• Manage access rights for internal and external stakeholders

• Ensure correct billing of energy and wastewater to customers

Client Relations & Advisory:

• Ensure regular communication with customers

• Advise project managers and operations staff on energy-related issues

• Hold meetings with clients and propose improvement measures

• Plan and coordinate energy efficiency optimization measures

Business Development:

• Assist in developing and presenting energy concepts and KPIs for new client acquisition

• Monitor developments in energy efficiency technologies and practices

• Actively participate in projects providing energy consulting

• Collaborate with and support contacts with government agencies

👤 THE IDEAL PROFILE

Education:

• Master's degree with specialization in:

  • Environment

  • Energy Management

  • Engineering (or equivalent from University or Engineering School)

• Knowledge of databases and automation (meter functionality, signal transmission, etc.) is a plus

Experience:

• Internship experience focused on energy optimization and energy consumption analysis

• Practical background in energy management or related field

Key Skills:

• 🧠 Open-minded, agile and flexible approach

• 📊 Strong analytical skills with a flair for numbers

• 💼 Business acumen combined with solution-oriented mindset

• 🤝 Customer-focused and relationship-building abilities

• 📈 Proactive and results-driven mentality

• 💻 Proficiency with databases and technical systems

Languages:

• 🇬🇧 English: written and spoken (fluent)

• 🇩🇪 German: written and spoken (fluent)

• 🇫🇷 French

📋 PRACTICAL INFORMATION

• Duration: 18 months

• Start date: January 1, 2027

• Location: Basel, Switzerland (Badenstrasse 40, Bau 930, Porte 91, 4057 Basel)

• Contract type: VIE (International Volunteer in Business) – French nationality required

• Remuneration : 3463.17 € net/month (according to the rates of October 2026)

• Accommodation : yes

• coverage of part of the housing costs

• Benefits : 30 days' leave per 12 months / Tax-free / French pension contribution

🌟 READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?

If you're passionate about regulatory compliance, QHSE management and dream of starting your career in an international environment, this opportunity is for you!

We're waiting for you! 🚀

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