Electrical Safety & Fire Protection Specialist in Sarnen

Electrical Safety & Fire Protection Specialist

1 Oct 2026

Leister Technologies AG, headquartered in Central Switzerland, is a leading provider of premium products for process heat and plastic processing. As part of the globally active Leister Group, the company has been on a growth path for decades. Around 900 employees in eight countries and 130 sales partners ensure a worldwide presence. With its innovative products the Leister Group is committed to improving quality of life.

Electrical safety, technical responsibility, and a strong safety mindset? In this multifaceted role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the safe and legally compliant operation of our electrical systems and machinery.

• Ensuring and further developing electrical safety in the workplace
• Implementing legal requirements, standards, and internal safety standards
• Developing and maintaining the workplace electrical safety plan
• Organizing and supervising periodic inspections of electrical installations, machinery, and equipment
• Planning and coordinating maintenance, testing, and repair workAssessing electrical hazards and implementing appropriate protective measures
• Coordinating and supervising external electrical contractors and inspection agencies
• Providing technical support during the procurement and commissioning of new machinery and equipment
• Conducting training and providing instruction on electrical safety
• Assistance in the event of electrical accidents and malfunctions
• Conducting electrical inspections of equipment
• Support with maintenance and repair work
• Serving as the fire safety officer

Your Profile

• Completed vocational training in electrical engineering (EFZ), e.g., as an electrician
• Advanced training in electrical safety, e.g., as an electrical safety consultant or electrical project manager
• Good knowledge of NIV, NIN, and EKAS and SUVA guidelines
• Several years of experience in an industrial setting with electrical systems and machinery
• Experience coordinating external specialized contractors and inspection agencies
• Very good written and spoken German
• Good English skills are a plus

What you can expect

• A responsible technical role that is critical to safety within the company
• A high degree of autonomy and professional discretion
• A varied role at the intersection of electrical engineering, safety, and production
• Collaboration with internal departments and external specialists
• The opportunity to actively contribute to the further development of safety standards and processes

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