Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 56'485 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 62'035 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 62'400 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 70'200 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 72'800 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 66'000 |
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Swiss professionsTransport, Logistics & Safety
Seilbahnmanager/in HFP
You run cable car companies. You coordinate technical and tourist operations.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
As a manager, you control cable car operations. You coordinate teams. You ensure safe and efficient tourist processes.
In the Swiss mountains, Seilbahnmanager/in HFP manage complex tourist infrastructure. You combine technical expertise with business knowledge. This ensures safe railway systems. As leaders, you organize maintenance. You negotiate with suppliers. You guide teams through the main season. Your goal is to meet guest needs. You also maintain ecological and economic standards.
FieldTransport, Logistics & Safety
Education pathContinuing Education Profession
IndustryCable Cars & Other Transport Systems
Swissdoc 0.636.6.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Seilbahner. Based on 85 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
-15% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 76'850 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 57'200 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 59'650 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 65'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Valais | CHF 62'265 | 16 |
| Berne | CHF 57'400 | 12 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism / Travel / Recreation | CHF 63'000 | 51 |
| Transport / Logistics | CHF 62'530 | 11 |
| Commercial operation / Skilled crafts | CHF 57'850 | 6 |
| Service sector in general | CHF 49'270 | 8 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Seilbahnmanager/in mit eidg. Diplom
- ⏱ Ca. 12 Monate, berufsbegleitend
Official education path
The advanced training lasts about twelve months. You complete it while working. It leads to the federal diploma.
Typical training path
Seilbahnmanager/in mit eidg. Diplom
Prerequisites
- eidg. Fachausweis (BP) als Seilbahnfachmann/-frau, Fachmann/-frau Pisten- und Rettungsdienst or equivalent qualification
- At least 5 years of professional experience in the cable car industry
- At least 2 years of leadership experience
- Required module completions or equivalency certificates
Requirements
- Networked thinking and action
- Leadership and social skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Willingness to work irregular hours
- Negotiation skills
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Leadership skills and team spirit
- Safety awareness and diligence
- Strategic and networked thinking
- Negotiation skills and assertiveness
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You check the technical documents in the morning. You coordinate daily maintenance with shift leaders. Later, you discuss occupancy with the marketing team. You plan for the next seasonal weekend.
- You run a cable car company independently. You manage its daily operations.
- You evaluate the company and its environment. You use business management tools.
- You coordinate technical maintenance. You ensure compliance with standards.
- You market the services. You represent the company to the public.
- You negotiate with manufacturers and suppliers. You also work with official authorities.
- You define organizational processes. You handle accounting tasks.
- You recruit new staff. You assign tasks to employees correctly.
- You communicate with the media and public during crises. You do this clearly and professionally.
Working conditions
You work as a manager in cable car companies. These are mostly located in tourist mountain regions. Your offices and workplaces are directly at the cable cars. They are also in the related facilities.
Where to learn
- Ausbildungszentrum Seilbahnen SchweizZeughausstrasse 19, 3860 Meiringen
- SIU Schweizerisches Institut für UnternehmerschulungVerena-Conzett-Strasse 23, 8004 Zürich
Strengths
- Leadership skills and team spirit
- Safety awareness and diligence
- Strategic and networked thinking
- Negotiation skills and assertiveness
Trade-offs
- Irregular working hours
- High responsibility
- Seasonal pressure
- Weather-related breakdowns
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