Transport, Logistics & Safety

Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/in und Zeitunteroffizier/in)

You keep schools and weapon sites running smoothly as an officer or non-commissioned officer.

Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/in und Zeitunteroffizier/in)

01 · Overview

What this profession is about

Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/in und Zeitunteroffizier/in) take on operational leadership roles in military schools and weapon sites.

Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/in und Zeitunteroffizier/in) hold key responsibilities in the Swiss military. You lead schools or manage equipment at weapon sites. Your work relies on years of militia experience and solid expertise. You ensure smooth operations, train new staff, and keep everyone ready for action. This role combines military discipline with teaching or logistics skills.

FieldTransport, Logistics & Safety
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryArmed Forces & Civil Protection
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02 · Salary

What you can earn

No verified Swiss salary data is available for this profession yet.
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/in und Zeitunteroffizier/in).

Salary by experience

50k100k150k75k75k60k42k180k0-2 yrs3-5 yrs6-8 yrs9-11 yrs12-21 yrs
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ExperienceSalary (CHF)
0-2 yrsCHF 75'000
3-5 yrsCHF 75'000
6-8 yrsCHF 60'000
9-11 yrsCHF 41'524
12-21 yrsCHF 180'000

Salary trend

-60% over decade
100k150k189k75k2017-20192023-2025
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PeriodSalary (CHF)
2017-2019CHF 188'889
2023-2025CHF 75'000

03 · Pathway

How to enter and grow

Swiss training pathway available in the full profile

  • 🎓 Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/innen und Zeitunteroffizier/innen)

Official education path

You start with a needs-based, role-specific basic training during your employment period.

Typical training path

Zeitmilitär (Zeitoffizier/innen und Zeitunteroffizier/innen)

Prerequisites

  • Offizier/in or Unteroffizier/in of the Swiss Army with good qualifications from previous military service
  • Completed at least 3-year vocational training or equivalent state-recognized school leaving certificate
  • Fit for the occupational insurance of the military insurance
  • Flawless reputation (no entries in the criminal and debt enforcement register)

04 · Skills & fit

What it takes

Required skills

  • Leadership experience
  • Logistical thinking
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Teaching competence

Personality fit

  • Swiss career path
  • Career transition
  • Professional growth

05 · Daily reality

What the work feels like

Typical day

You check material lists for upcoming drills. You also discuss daily goals with trainers and adjust schedules as needed.

  • You lead operational departments in military schools and weapon sites.
  • You coordinate daily material flows and carefully monitor stock levels.
  • You train and support staff according to militia role guidelines.
  • You plan deployment processes and adapt them flexibly to current needs.
  • You ensure full readiness through continuous quality checks and reports.
  • You represent military leadership in educational and logistics committees.

Working conditions

You work mainly in military schools, weapon sites, and related army administration areas.

Strengths

  • Leadership experience
  • Logistical thinking
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Teaching competence

Trade-offs

  • High responsibility
  • Military structure
  • Changing assignments
  • Physical demands

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