Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 91'000 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 87'675 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 94'727 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 99'897 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 104'240 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 105'625 |
Top HR
Swiss professionsTransport, Logistics & Safety
Spezialist/in für Arbeitssicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz BP
You protect employees and optimise safety processes in companies.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Specialists for occupational safety develop prevention systems. They monitor compliance with legal requirements at the workplace.
Occupational safety is not a matter of chance. It is the result of careful planning. Specialists for health protection analyse workplaces. They identify risks and develop targeted safety measures. You create emergency plans. You train employees and guide companies in implementing strict regulations. Your daily goal is to prevent accidents. You also ensure long-term well-being at work.
FieldTransport, Logistics & Safety
Education pathContinuing Education Profession
IndustryChemistry, Pharma & Biotech
Swissdoc 0.590.17.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Specialist Compensation & Benefits. Based on 935 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 100'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 94'726 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 97'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 98'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva | CHF 106'362 | 64 |
| Zug | CHF 104'500 | 31 |
| Basel-Stadt | CHF 101'406 | 28 |
| St. Gallen | CHF 100'262 | 12 |
| Lucerne | CHF 100'000 | 31 |
| Zurich | CHF 99'750 | 253 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 119'750 | 72 |
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 114'000 | 51 |
| Insurance | CHF 111'521 | 35 |
| Utilities | CHF 110'129 | 26 |
| Information technology / Telecom | CHF 105'000 | 41 |
| Education | CHF 102'750 | 24 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Spezialist/in für Arbeitssicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz (ASGS) mit eidgenössischem Fachausweis
- ⏱ Ca. 9 Monate, berufsbegleitend
Official education path
The part-time course lasts about nine months. It prepares you specifically for the federal specialist exam.
Typical training path
Spezialist/in für Arbeitssicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz (ASGS) mit eidgenössischem Fachausweis
Prerequisites
- eidgenössisches Fähigkeitszeugnis (EFZ) or an equivalent qualification and at least 3 years of professional experience, including at least 1 year in the ASGS field
- gymnasiale Maturität, Fachmaturität, Fachmittelschulausweis or an equivalent qualification and at least 5 years of professional experience, including at least 1 year in the ASGS field
- University degree and at least 3 years of professional experience, including at least 1 year in the ASGS field
- Required module completions or equivalence certificates
Requirements
- Communication skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Empathy
- Sense of quality
Where this can lead
Career changers with related qualifications can prepare for the exam through specialist schools or the ASGS association.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Legal knowledge
- Analytical thinking
- Strong communication skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You walk through the production hall. You check machine safety. You discuss new protective measures with staff. Afterwards, you review accident statistics. You update training materials for the next safety course.
- You check workplaces for potential hazards. You document the results.
- You develop comprehensive safety concepts. You adapt them to new regulations.
- You launch prevention campaigns. You train staff on important topics.
- You analyse accident statistics. You derive concrete improvement strategies from them.
- You advise management and staff on implementing safety measures.
- You monitor compliance with legal guidelines. You regularly inspect the working environment.
Working conditions
You work in companies across all industries. You also work with cantonal labour inspectors and supervisory authorities. Your workplace shifts between offices, production sites, and training rooms.
Where to learn
- Eidgenössische Koordinationskommission für Arbeitssicherheit EKASAlpenquai 28b, 6005 Luzern
- Verein höhere Berufsbildung ASGSTägerhardring 8, 5436 Würenlos
Strengths
- Legal knowledge
- Analytical thinking
- Strong communication skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
Trade-offs
- High responsibility
- Regular inspections
- Conflict management
- Continuous training
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