Transport
Tasks
The drivers in the transport platoon of the SWISSCOY are responsible for the smooth and secure transport of goods, materials and personnel. From personnel vehicles to 55-ton cranes and even armoured freight lorries, these functions maintain an expansive vehicle fleet. Transport drivers are deployed for national as well as international assignments. For example, assignments range from convoy procession to and from Switzerland, transport of dangerous goods as well as operations and trainings with the Freedom of Movement Detachment (FoMD) of KFOR. Additionally, the tasks for this function includes vehicle and system maintenance.
Possible functions
- Platoon Leader / Transport Platoon SWISSCOY
- Section Commander Transport Section freight truck / crane / coach / armoured personnel transport vehicle / LAPV SWISSCOY
- Section Commander Special Transport SWISSCOY
- Vehicle Responsible SWISSCOY
- Freight forwarder SWISSCOY
- Freight Truck Driver SWISSCOY
- Coach Driver SWISSCOY
- Crane Driver (40t / 55t) SWISSCOY
- Armoured Vehicle Driver SWISSCOY
- Driver for ADR/SDR SWISSCOY
Sought after profiles
- Freight truck and coach drivers, road transport specialists or individuals with a military background or training as motorist.
- Appropriate military training or background is required for positions as platoon or section commander.
From application to assignment abroad
Interested women and men can apply to the SWISSINT Competence Centre for a peace-promoting mission abroad within the framework of the Swiss Armed Forces. We are looking for experts from a wide variety of professions. The basic requirements differ depending on the mission and type of operation.
Do you have any questions about the selection process or the scope of functions? Feel free to contact us by phone or e-mail.
