Admin. Assistant 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: R0141265

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:  Part time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity 

Our Site Service Support Team plays a key role worldwide. Field Service Engineers rely on our support every day. You become a trusted partner for daily operational topics. You guide employees through time and expense processes. You help colleagues understand systems, regulations, and internal guidelines. You support managers with process-related questions and requests. Close collaboration with HR, Payroll, and Service Management is essential. You help ensure accurate and compliant process execution. You support employees with working time, travel, and expense topics. You help resolve questions and find practical solutions. You enjoy helping others in their daily work. You thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment. Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are highly valued. You can develop your expertise and take ownership of topics and your work directly contributes to the success of our service organization. 

How you’ll make an impact

Support Field Service Engineers with time and expense processes 

Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations

Coordinate onboarding activities and system access requests

Monitor time and expense data for accuracy and completeness 

Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and management to resolve issues

Your background 

Commercial apprenticeship or equivalent business qualification 

Experience in an administrative or support-oriented role 

German and English, written and spoken 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

Structured and detail-oriented working style 

Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

More about us 

We are a technology-driven company with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable manufacturing. We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally – empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work. 

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.