Locomotive Driver/Shunting Agent
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Workload
- 100%
- Location
- Cressier NE
- Languages
- French, French
- First posted
- 27 octobre 2026
- 100%
- Permanent
- Cressier
VARO is a key player in the energy sector, offering innovative solutions. Joining our team means participating in an essential mission.
Tasks ##
- Ensure the secure transfer of wagons between the refinery and the station.
- Orchestrate the sorting of wagons to optimize rail traffic.
- Prepare wagons for unloading, respecting RID standards.
Skills ##
- Technical CFC required, locomotive permit A40 appreciated.
- Ability to manage unforeseen events with efficiency and calm.
- Good command of written and spoken French.
Who are we?
At VARO, we believe in the power of energy. Energy allows our society to be mobile, connected and innovative.
VARO offers a variety of products such as diesel and gasoline, heating oil, fuel oil and more. The priority of our energy activity is to continue to operate safely and reliably, to reduce carbon intensity and to ensure the energy security indispensable to our customers.
Our refinery in Cressier (NE) is an important energy supplier in Switzerland, supplying the national market with high-quality products. Our employees daily defy industrial standards to meet the growing demand for clean energy solutions.
About the job:
Within the "Operations" department, the locomotive driver/shunting agent is responsible for ensuring the transfer of empty and loaded wagons, from the Refinery to the Cornaux station, according to the daily transport plan.
He also carries out all the maneuvers necessary for the sorting, tare, weighing, placement and formation of trains on the company's railway network.
What awaits you!
Drive the locomotive and ensure the efficient transfer of wagons between the refinery and the Cornaux station, guaranteeing fluid and secure logistics
Orchestrate the sorting of wagons on the internal track, optimizing the organization of rail traffic on site
Prepare wagons with precision for the unloading of additives and intermediate products, ensuring strict application of RID rules for irreproachable compliance
Vary missions by alternately taking on the responsibilities of shunting agent and locomotive driver, guaranteeing versatility and expertise in the field
Contribute to the diversity of operations by regularly ensuring the loading operator position, thus offering more flexibility to the teams and promoting the development of varied skills
Be a key player in safety and quality, by embodying and enforcing the most demanding standards in terms of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Qualifications:
CFC in a technical field
Holding a locomotive permit A40 constitutes an asset or the willingness to follow the training to obtain the A40 permit
Proven experience in the professional use of IT tools
This function requires a shift work schedule, alternating - morning shift (05h20- 13h35) - evening shift (13h05 to 21h20), from Monday to Friday, as well as approximately 1 Saturday per month in the morning shift.
About you:
You know how to manage your time and unforeseen events with calm and efficiency
You are a driver for the collective, actively collaborating to achieve ambitious goals
Your sense of responsibility allows you to be a reference in respecting processes and the quality of work accomplished
Your technical skills allow you to perform manual tasks with confidence and efficiency
You possess a good command of spoken and written French
Among the VARO advantages:
A permanent employment contract
Advantageous and competitive working conditions and social benefits
The possibility of continuous training and internal evolution perspectives
Benefit from mutual support within a dynamic team
Want to join us?
Send us your application file (CV, cover letter, copies of diplomas and work certificates)
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